as in caused
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 created
To some extent, supply created its own demand.
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Allison Schrager, Boston Herald, 31 May 2026
The creation of this content included the use of AI based on templates created, reviewed and edited by journalists in the newsroom.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 30 May 2026
After the Constitutional Convention, Benjamin Franklin was asked what kind of government the Founding Fathers had created.
—John Stossel, Oc Register, 30 May 2026
Design students created several models at increasing levels of detail with cardboard and then clay before any work started.
—Sal Pizarro, Mercury News, 30 May 2026
But Sohn cautioned that not all funds are created equal.
—Krysta Escobar, CNBC, 30 May 2026
Or to go with a Plan C, and wait for the 2027 offseason, when ample cap space can be created.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 24 May 2026
Shortly after their social media interaction, Morris created an online fundraiser through sales of a T-shirt, and more than $150,000 was raised to benefit transgender programs.
—Tracy Wright, FOXNews.com, 23 May 2026
This article was created by content specialists using various tools, including AI.
—Allison Palmer, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 May 2026
Allison Schrager, Boston Herald, 31 May 2026
The creation of this content included the use of AI based on templates created, reviewed and edited by journalists in the newsroom.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 30 May 2026
After the Constitutional Convention, Benjamin Franklin was asked what kind of government the Founding Fathers had created.
—John Stossel, Oc Register, 30 May 2026
Design students created several models at increasing levels of detail with cardboard and then clay before any work started.
—Sal Pizarro, Mercury News, 30 May 2026
But Sohn cautioned that not all funds are created equal.
—Krysta Escobar, CNBC, 30 May 2026
Or to go with a Plan C, and wait for the 2027 offseason, when ample cap space can be created.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 24 May 2026
Shortly after their social media interaction, Morris created an online fundraiser through sales of a T-shirt, and more than $150,000 was raised to benefit transgender programs.
—Tracy Wright, FOXNews.com, 23 May 2026
This article was created by content specialists using various tools, including AI.
—Allison Palmer, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for created
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The Saturday report about Platner’s extramarital relationships added to mounting scrutiny of the progressive Democrat, whose past social media activity and a tattoo featuring a Nazi symbol have also caused controversy.—
Carter Schroppe,
The Washington Examiner,
31 May 2026
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The Paris police prefecture said smaller groups caused disturbances in various locations, with some vandalizing shops and setting fires to garbage and self-service bicycles in the streets.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
31 May 2026
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Sourcing & Methodology This article was generated by software that analyzes National Weather Service warnings and advisories and creates an article based on templates created by humans.—
Bay Area Weather Report,
Mercury News,
28 May 2026
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Per eMarketer estimates, the Big Game generated approximately $920 million in ad sales, and Disney could cross the $1 billion mark with February’s outing in Inglewood.—
Anthony Crupi,
Sportico.com,
27 May 2026
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The significance of beef here extends well beyond economics and cuisines, but historians often describe Texas’ barbecue culture as a reflection of the state’s layered immigration history – traditions brought by communities that shaped Texas over generations.—
Rebecca Morin,
USA Today,
29 May 2026
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Christine Russo, sister of The Crash victim Dominic Russo, is infuriated the Netflix documentary has brought fame to her brother's killer, Mackenzie Shirilla.—
Kathleen Perricone,
Entertainment Weekly,
29 May 2026
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Rose Dennis is a 68-year-old whose dementia has prompted confinement in an upscale memory care unit.—
The Know,
Denver Post,
31 May 2026
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Elevated fire danger in northern Michigan has prompted the Department of Natural Resources to urge anyone in the area to be careful while engaging in activities outside.—
Nick Lentz,
CBS News,
31 May 2026
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The scramble for Anthropic shares has spawned a shadow economy in which some middlemen are selling secondary shares of the company—sometimes fraudulently.—
Alicia Park,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
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The $10 billion invested in robotics in 2026, according to CB Insights, has spawned an industry focused on training robots.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
31 May 2026
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The Marty Party produced one postseason goal in 2026.—
Sean Keeler,
Denver Post,
31 May 2026
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Cool conditions produced a bunch of fast times Friday at the CIF state track and field championships.—
Steve Galluzzo,
Los Angeles Times,
30 May 2026
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Johnson’s office did not immediately respond to a request for comment Wednesday, nor did HUD officials.—
Lizzie Kane,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Aug. 2025
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The two men then said Smollett paid them to stage the attack, and Smollett was charged with filing a false police report; the charges were later dropped after Smollett paid a fine and did community service.—
Rick Porter,
HollywoodReporter,
6 Aug. 2025
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Jared Bednar’s plan worked, and this core executed it with near-flawless precision in 2022.—
Corey Masisak,
Denver Post,
31 May 2026
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The walk-off home run came after the bullpen of the Twins (27-31) had worked four scoreless innings, taking over after a four-inning start from Taj Bradley.—
Betsy Helfand,
Twin Cities,
30 May 2026
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