give rise to

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Synonyms of give rise tonext
: to be the cause or source of : produce

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But too many mixed signals can throw off an opponent’s risk calculus, giving rise to misunderstandings that can produce or worsen a crisis. Erik Lin-Greenberg, Foreign Affairs, 31 July 2026 The now extinct lineage branched off after medieval European strains but before those that gave rise to modern smallpox. Sam MacDonald, Scientific American, 30 July 2026 This gave rise to a series of metaphors which portray financial strain as a physical burden, felt by weight, pressure, motion and buoyancy. Richard Yanowitch, Mercury News, 29 July 2026 Limited edition deals that sell out quickly give rise to FOMO and exclusivity excitement, so lean into it. David Born, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for give rise to

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“Give rise to.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/give%20rise%20to. Accessed 4 Aug. 2026.

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