in origin
idiom
—used to refer to a source or cause
The English word "rendezvous" is French in origin.
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This citrusy rum punch has a long and winding history—possibly Caribbean in origin, claimed by more than one Southern hotel, and still perfect for winter gatherings today.
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Jasmine Smith, Southern Living, 12 Jan. 2026
Cambodian netizens claim that some practices widely regarded as Thai in origin—such as Muay Thai and traditional Thai dress—are actually from Cambodia, angering their Thai counterparts.
—Angelica Ang, Fortune, 16 Dec. 2025
Oritain, a global leader in origin verification, has extended its forensic science capabilities to a material known to be more opaque than cotton.
—Sj Studio, Sourcing Journal, 3 Dec. 2025
Sudan’s tragedy is primarily Sudanese in origin, even if outsiders have played supporting roles.
—Jason D. Greenblatt, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Nov. 2025
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Jasmine Smith, Southern Living, 12 Jan. 2026
Cambodian netizens claim that some practices widely regarded as Thai in origin—such as Muay Thai and traditional Thai dress—are actually from Cambodia, angering their Thai counterparts.
—Angelica Ang, Fortune, 16 Dec. 2025
Oritain, a global leader in origin verification, has extended its forensic science capabilities to a material known to be more opaque than cotton.
—Sj Studio, Sourcing Journal, 3 Dec. 2025
Sudan’s tragedy is primarily Sudanese in origin, even if outsiders have played supporting roles.
—Jason D. Greenblatt, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Nov. 2025
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“In origin.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20origin. Accessed 24 Jan. 2026.
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