CONTRIBUTING (TO) Synonyms: 90 Similar and Opposite Words

contributing (to)

verb

present participle of contribute (to)

as in resulting (in)

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Quantum heat engine Heat engines were critical in bringing about the Industrial Revolution.

— Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 13 July 2026
In 2019, a German nurse who murdered 87 patients by deliberately bringing about cardiac arrests was given a life sentence.

— ABC News, ABC News, 8 July 2026

Definition of bringing about

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Multiple studies using different approaches reached broadly consistent conclusions, illustrating how scientists conducting attribution studies can build confidence in the conclusions by drawing on several independent lines of evidence.

— Deepti Singh, The Conversation, 24 July 2026
Barroca was drawing on a sentiment expressed two decades earlier, when Brazil won the 1994 World Cup.

— Colin Millar, New York Times, 19 July 2026

Definition of drawing on

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That means strengthening the connection between our clubs and their communities, creating unforgettable experiences for fans, and making sure the excitement generated this summer becomes lasting momentum for Major League Soccer.

— Michael Lewis, Forbes.com, 5 Aug. 2026
That entailed creating a sizzle reel with a lot of flashy effects in hopes of convincing Universal to get behind the new budget and schedule.

— Geoffrey Bunting, IndieWire, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of creating

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Being able to raise prices, while bringing on a bit more supply to narrow (but not close) the demand imbalance, is one way to deliver upside to Wall Street expectations.

— Natasha Abellard, CNBC, 23 July 2026
France made a quadruple sub to start the second half, bringing on reigning Ballon d’Or winner Ousmane Dembélé along with Lucas Digne, Dayot Upamecano and Bradley Barcola to give a boost.

— Jacob Lev, CNN Money, 18 July 2026

Definition of bringing on

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The demand for memory chips in the data centers being built to power AI is causing a shortage and sending prices skyrocketing.

— Alexei Oreskovic, Fortune, 31 July 2026
Rodriguez was appointed after Republican senators held the seat open for three years, causing backed up court dockets, some experts said.

— Julia Coin July 31, Charlotte Observer, 31 July 2026

Definition of causing

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The trip to the UK and the family vacation have demonstrated once again that Markle remains one of the figures most capable of generating international buzz.

— Amaia Odriozola, Vanity Fair, 4 Aug. 2026
The employees generating the most output are not necessarily producing the most value.

— Dan Schawbel, Fortune, 4 Aug. 2026

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