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Discover LudwigThe phrase "a thing happens" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe an event or occurrence in a general sense.
Example: "Whenever a thing happens that disrupts our routine, we must adapt quickly."
Alternatives: "an event occurs" or "something takes place".
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There is a place on Earth — call it America — where such a thing happens.
The place has no windows, but hardly a thing happens on a court without someone inside knowing about it.
If such a thing happens at all it will be delivery within one city, or between cities, no more.
"If such a thing happens again, not only will the county governor, the village chief and the township mayor be sacked and held criminally responsible, but the provincial governor will also be disciplined".
Richard was clearly caught off guard, and it's always fun when such a thing happens on video.
And then he said: "Sometimes a thing happens, splits your life.
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Who could make such a thing happen?
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It was hard even to imagine such a thing happening.
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Since I tried Ludwig back in 2017, I have been constantly using it in both editing and translation. Ever since, I suggest it to my translators at ProSciEditing.

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