create

verb

krē-ˈāt How to pronounce create (audio)
Definition of createnext
as in to generate
to be the cause of (a situation, action, or state of mind) it was your negligence that created this mess

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Recent Examples of create The Dome, with its spatial sound and vibrations, seemed to help create the conditions for turning my attention inward. — Jessica Sulima, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Oct. 2026 For the 14-show stadium tour, Nike created several special styles including multiple Air Jordan 1s, an Air Jordan 2 and Air Jordan 3. — Riley Jones, Footwear News, 10 Oct. 2026 Once ratified, these findings create permanent licensing precedents. — Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 10 Oct. 2026 Using sine wave generators and pink lighting so saturated it essentially blots out all other color and shadow, Young and Zazeela created a space that’s somehow both static and full of life. — Sadie Sartini Garner, Pitchfork, 4 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for create
Recent Examples of Synonyms for create
  1. generate
  2. bring
  3. cause
  4. produce
  5. do
  6. prompt
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  • The Wildcats briefly generated momentum when defensive back Kenneth Anderson intercepted a Southwest pass at the Dunbar 31-yard line, but the Raiders quickly regained control.
    — Shiloh Robinson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 Oct. 2026
  • The machine generated about a dozen or so graphs, marked by human figures and bursts of colors that denoted energy fields, broken down by organ—and even tooth.
    — Jessica Sulima, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Oct. 2026
Definition of generate
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  • Back at the hotel, the rooftop pool offers a welcome reset after a day exploring DTLA, while the gym is well-equipped and justifies bringing a set of workout clothes.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Oct. 2026
  • With production costs rising, broadcasters are also bringing partners together to finance new series and share the investment.
    — Emiliano de Pablos, Variety, 10 Oct. 2026
Definition of bring
Verb
  • Extreme tropical weather led to two deaths in Mexico and caused widespread damage over the weekend as Hurricane Simon pounded the country's Pacific coast, authorities said Monday.
    — JAIMIE DING, Arkansas Online, 13 Oct. 2026
  • Her heart cells had been infected with parvovirus B19, the virus that more commonly causes Fifth Disease.
    — Raj Panjabi, Time, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of cause
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  • The new film by the Golden Leopard-winning director will be produced under Brazil’s MyMama Entertainment banner in co-production with Switzerland’s Cinédokké Sagl and Brazil’s MMM Carioca.
    — Rafa Sales Ross, Variety, 12 Oct. 2026
  • An enticing blend of Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Merlot, the wine had fewer than 5,500 bottles produced of its inaugural 2022 vintage and only 300 are allocated to the United States.
    — Mike DeSimone, Robb Report, 11 Oct. 2026
Definition of produce
Verb
  • The makeup is top-tier, the Aaliyah swoop bang is swooping, and the jewelry accents stand out without doing too much, which is usually her weak spot.
    — Shamira Ibrahim, Vulture, 12 Oct. 2026
  • When the boy’s body turns up by a river, the wives’ sisterhood is split between doing what feels right and following their husband’s wishes and Islamic tradition.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 12 Oct. 2026
Definition of do
Verb
  • Social media posts indicate the government warning prompted an evacuation in Arughat, a riverside town on the highway connecting Kathmandu to other parts of the country.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 11 Oct. 2026
  • If a file downloaded automatically or you were prompted to install something, run a security scan with strong antivirus software.
    — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 11 Oct. 2026
Definition of prompt

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“Create.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/create. Accessed 14 Oct. 2026.

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