authored

past tense of author

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Recent Examples of authored 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 majority leader has authored 12 bills that have been signed by the governor. — Alula Alderson, Sacbee.com, 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 During the February meeting, Horvath, who authored the initial motion, said that binding arbitration would promote transparency and push the sides to reach a deal. — Jon Regardie, Los Angeles Times, 1 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 Rod Brind’Amour has authored one of the most unique careers in Carolinas sports history. — Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 22 Sep. 2026 On Sunday, the governor's office announced the signing of Assembly Bill 1588, which was authored by Asm. — Tim Fang, CBS News, 21 Sep. 2026 Adding to the Pasta Grannies universe, Bennison has authored three cookbooks, the first of which won a James Beard award. — Anna Grace Lee, Vogue, 21 Sep. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for authored
Verb
  • Strong, who played Jerry Rubin in the Netflix film that Sorkin also wrote and helmed, explained that his request wasn’t meant to put anyone in harm’s way.
    — Lynette Rice, Deadline, 3 Oct. 2026
  • The dog continued to poop and pee as it was beaten, police wrote.
    — Devoun Cetoute, Miami Herald, 3 Oct. 2026
Verb
  • The Eleventh Circuit’s order echoes another denial penned two weeks ago by Williams.
    — Austin Horn, Miami Herald, 30 Sep. 2026
  • King also penned the screenplay for the coming-of-age film Now & Then.
    — Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 30 Sep. 2026

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“Authored.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/authored. Accessed 7 Oct. 2026.

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