Synonyms for Occurred:

v.

•existed (verb)
Subsisted, Lasted, Prevailed, Endured, Existed, continued, abided, Was, had been, Lived.
•happened (verb)
took place, came to pass, Passed, taken place.
•occurred (verb)
Followed, Befallen, Eventuated, Arisen, Befell, developed, Happened, Arose, Transpired, Ensued.

Usage examples for Occurred

1. The idea that William Menire might be in love occurred to no one. – The Squire's Daughter by Silas K(itto) Hocking

2. It had never occurred to her that her father was the lord of the manor. – The Squire's Daughter by Silas K(itto) Hocking