as in to create
to be the cause of (a situation, action, or state of mind)
his rabble-rousing speech generated a lot of controversy among local taxpayers
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Recent Examples of generate
Sean finally wrote a second novel and generated enough acclaim to become a professor at UC Berkeley.
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Sezin Devi Koehler, EW.com, 1 May 2025
In fact, the stock has consistently outperformed the broader market for four consecutive years, generating returns of 66% in 2021, 34% in 2022, 61% in 2023, and 33% in 2024.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 1 May 2025
Similarly, the corporation tax was expected to generate $1.56 billion this fiscal year for the state and then climb to almost $1.6 billion by 2026-27.
—Keith M. Phaneuf, Hartford Courant, 1 May 2025
Disney and Lucasfilm have trumpeted Star Wars franchise news at the Tokyo event in an effort to generate strong buzz for upcoming TV, film and gaming releases.
—William Earl, Variety, 20 Apr. 2025
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Sezin Devi Koehler, EW.com, 1 May 2025
In fact, the stock has consistently outperformed the broader market for four consecutive years, generating returns of 66% in 2021, 34% in 2022, 61% in 2023, and 33% in 2024.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 1 May 2025
Similarly, the corporation tax was expected to generate $1.56 billion this fiscal year for the state and then climb to almost $1.6 billion by 2026-27.
—Keith M. Phaneuf, Hartford Courant, 1 May 2025
Disney and Lucasfilm have trumpeted Star Wars franchise news at the Tokyo event in an effort to generate strong buzz for upcoming TV, film and gaming releases.
—William Earl, Variety, 20 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for generate
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Trump 100 days: Former president's success created measuring stick for future leaders Poll: Trump loses trust on the economy as 100-day mark nears From Trump to Reagan: Their first 100 days Trump promised to improve the economy on Day 1.—
Swapna Venugopal Ramaswamy,
USA Today,
4 May 2025
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If a majority is not met, then the ballot papers will be added to a mixture of potassium perchlorate, anthracene and sulfur to create the black smoke.—
Callum Sutherland,
Time,
3 May 2025
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As for tornado fatalities, this year, many of the twisters that caused deaths occurred in Missouri, Tennessee, and Mississippi, the Storm Prediction Center said.—
Doyle Rice,
USA Today,
11 May 2025
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O’Brien ranks 22nd in NCAA history in career caused turnovers with 160, which shatters Lacey Leigh Hentz’s previous school record of 146.—
Edward Lee,
Baltimore Sun,
10 May 2025
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The new pope from Chicago brings some optimism that the city has an ally in a high place.—
Michael Loria,
USA Today,
10 May 2025
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But gathering so many different countries will always bring a political dimension to proceedings.—
Stewart Clarke,
Deadline,
9 May 2025
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However, research into the health benefits of the tart – also known as the sour, dwarf and, in the US, the Montmorency – cherry has produced some interesting results that warrant a closer look.—
Bronwyn Thompson,
New Atlas,
11 May 2025
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Maintain a safe distance from large vehicles - Trucks or buses can produce a water spray that hampers visibility.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
11 May 2025
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Coincidentally, Robertson was the fighter who defeated her and prompted an in-Octagon retirement.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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The attack prompted the airport to briefly suspend flights.—
Tamar Michaelis,
CNN Money,
4 May 2025
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Like the Kearns have done, families could split into different rooms, as well, depending on the age of their children.—
Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
12 May 2025
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Additionally, if there are any steps that are confusing, now is the time to do the research or watch a video.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
11 May 2025
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“Generate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/generate. Accessed 14 May. 2025.
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