authored

past tense of author

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of authored As a California state lawmaker, Richard Pan authored some of the strongest vaccine laws in the country. — Los Angeles Times, 11 Oct. 2026 The fifth edition of the annual Art Basel & UBS Survey of Global Collecting, authored by arts economist Clare McAndrew and out today, delved into some new areas. — Brian Boucher, ARTnews.com, 8 Oct. 2026 Nelson authored Assembly Bill 2019, carried by Assemblymember Cottie Petrie-Norris, which established a state goal of awarding at least 25% of procurement and contracting opportunities to small businesses and microbusinesses. — Nicole Buss october 8, Sacbee.com, 8 Oct. 2026 Judge Lance Neff, a DeSantis appointee, authored the 1st District Court of Appeal opinion. — Liv Caputo, Miami Herald, 8 Oct. 2026 The measure, authored by Democratic Assemblymember Tasha Boerner of Encinitas and sponsored by Californians Against Waste, was promoted as the Protecting Consumers Against Greenwashing Act. — Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 5 Oct. 2026 The brand's products are sold at Target and Woodard has authored two acclaimed children's books. — Kamaron McNair, CNBC, 3 Oct. 2026 But the data gap was particularly glaring for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, potentially missing 75% of the population, according to a recent paper co-authored by CDC statisticians. — O. Rose Broderick, STAT, 1 Oct. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for authored
Verb
  • Jo also inherited hundreds of letters that Vincent wrote and received, most exchanged with Theo.
    — Joan Martelli, Time, 17 Oct. 2026
  • Following his release from jail, Archer published his prison diaries, carried on with his charity work and wrote more novels.
    — The Week UK, TheWeek, 17 Oct. 2026
Verb
  • The indie feature, penned by McClure with Tyke Caravelli, brings to life a true story about a hero dog that miraculously survived severe neglect and abuse.
    — Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 15 Oct. 2026
  • After a quiet 2026, Doechii has also penned a handwritten letter to fans.
    — Walden Green, Pitchfork, 12 Oct. 2026

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“Authored.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/authored. Accessed 19 Oct. 2026.

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