as in creates
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 generates
Live Nation also generates revenue through sponsorship agreements and advertising partnerships tied to live performances and venues.
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Encyclopedia Britannica, 2 Apr. 2026
Mexico’s avocado industry generates up to 530,000 metric tons of pit waste each year.
—Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 2 Apr. 2026
This can lead to a social media account that specifically generates AI content, an older image that is being misrepresented, or something entirely unexpected.
—ABC News, 1 Apr. 2026
Left alone, this combination can become self-reinforcing, with more capital funding more labor displacement, which in turn generates more returns to capital, which funds more automation.
—Ravi Kumar S, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2026
Novo also argues the Wegovy pill generates superior weight loss than Lilly's pill, based on their respective late-stage obesity studies.
—Jeff Marks, CNBC, 1 Apr. 2026
All pitchers agree that the guy holding the bat generates crucial data that a pitcher ignores at his peril.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Mar. 2026
Just mentioning Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson generates a range of opinions.
—Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 26 Mar. 2026
The software generates hundreds of millions in licensing revenue.
—Ugo Troiano, Oc Register, 26 Mar. 2026
Encyclopedia Britannica, 2 Apr. 2026
Mexico’s avocado industry generates up to 530,000 metric tons of pit waste each year.
—Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 2 Apr. 2026
This can lead to a social media account that specifically generates AI content, an older image that is being misrepresented, or something entirely unexpected.
—ABC News, 1 Apr. 2026
Left alone, this combination can become self-reinforcing, with more capital funding more labor displacement, which in turn generates more returns to capital, which funds more automation.
—Ravi Kumar S, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2026
Novo also argues the Wegovy pill generates superior weight loss than Lilly's pill, based on their respective late-stage obesity studies.
—Jeff Marks, CNBC, 1 Apr. 2026
All pitchers agree that the guy holding the bat generates crucial data that a pitcher ignores at his peril.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Mar. 2026
Just mentioning Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson generates a range of opinions.
—Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 26 Mar. 2026
The software generates hundreds of millions in licensing revenue.
—Ugo Troiano, Oc Register, 26 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for generates
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Inside, a central ramp—which spirals upward and outward from one exhibition floor to the next—creates an open interior space, flooded with daylight that pours in through a glass dome.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Mar. 2026
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That creates an opportunity for automation.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
29 Mar. 2026
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The water pressure then causes the vehicle to rise and slide on a thin layer of water between the tires and the road, making the driver lose control.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
2 Apr. 2026
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With gas prices averaging more than $4 per gallon, drivers are wondering what causes price variances at the pump from state to state.—
Keith Laing,
USA Today,
2 Apr. 2026
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May 21 – June 20 This morning brings focus to everyday choices.—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
4 Apr. 2026
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Ynon brings over 25 years of financial leadership to Pentera.—
Sheryl Estrada,
Fortune,
3 Apr. 2026
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That’s the group that produces the festival.—
Adam Bell
April 2,
Charlotte Observer,
2 Apr. 2026
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Film Independent produces the annual Film Independent Spirit Awards and has spent more than four decades championing independent storytelling.—
Jazz Tangcay,
Variety,
1 Apr. 2026
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The app walks you through pairing and prompts you to take a photo of the QR code printed on the rear of the Rookie's camera.—
Jim Fisher,
PC Magazine,
31 Mar. 2026
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Whether future broadcasts bring more stunts like the Thing’s first pitch — or whether fan backlash prompts a course correction — remains to be seen.—
Ryan Brennan,
Miami Herald,
26 Mar. 2026
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So does Soderbergh’s camera, which begins sniffing and roving about the space like a dog unleashed.—
Justin Chang,
New Yorker,
3 Apr. 2026
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So does Delta Air Lines, which also ranks high with customers and is now the country’s most profitable carrier.—
Diane Brady,
Fortune,
2 Apr. 2026
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“Generates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/generates. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.
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