They happen without intention (9)

I believe the answer is:

accidents

(Other definitions for accidents that I've seen before include "They do happen" , "Unfortunate mishaps or chance events" , "mistakes" , "Unforeseen mishaps" .)

I've seen this clue in The Irish Times.

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