as in generating
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 creating
As the standoff continued, Wenger was allegedly observed creating additional weapons, including taping a knife to a pole to form a spear, Podgorski said.
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Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 21 Apr. 2026
This set includes a spacious table and cushioned seating, creating a comfortable setup for both everyday meals and hosting.
—Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 21 Apr. 2026
The key thing was hiring out members that would complement the existing talent, then creating new processes that benefited the team rather than scare them away.
—Nancy Pulciano, Rolling Stone, 20 Apr. 2026
Yarbrough said the primary benefit of the Pastoria solar project isn’t monetary savings but rather decarbonization, as climate change fueled by fossil fuel emissions is already creating more unpredictability for California’s hydropower.
—Los Angeles Times, 20 Apr. 2026
Seen on shows such as Tamron Hall, The Today Show, and Comics Unleashed, Shaw is also known for creating and hosting the weekly podcast and Patreon, Heather Shaw is Kidding, covering entertainment and pop culture.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 20 Apr. 2026
Tannins can clash with milk proteins, creating bitter, metallic sensations, while alcohol and extraction flatten more delicate flavors.
—Anna Lee Iijima, Chicago Tribune, 20 Apr. 2026
SacRT says the idea could boost ridership and help meet regional goals to reduce driving by creating more housing near public transit.
—James Taylor, CBS News, 14 Apr. 2026
Swanson said these new systems also risk creating a divided experience.
—Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 13 Apr. 2026
Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 21 Apr. 2026
This set includes a spacious table and cushioned seating, creating a comfortable setup for both everyday meals and hosting.
—Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 21 Apr. 2026
The key thing was hiring out members that would complement the existing talent, then creating new processes that benefited the team rather than scare them away.
—Nancy Pulciano, Rolling Stone, 20 Apr. 2026
Yarbrough said the primary benefit of the Pastoria solar project isn’t monetary savings but rather decarbonization, as climate change fueled by fossil fuel emissions is already creating more unpredictability for California’s hydropower.
—Los Angeles Times, 20 Apr. 2026
Seen on shows such as Tamron Hall, The Today Show, and Comics Unleashed, Shaw is also known for creating and hosting the weekly podcast and Patreon, Heather Shaw is Kidding, covering entertainment and pop culture.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 20 Apr. 2026
Tannins can clash with milk proteins, creating bitter, metallic sensations, while alcohol and extraction flatten more delicate flavors.
—Anna Lee Iijima, Chicago Tribune, 20 Apr. 2026
SacRT says the idea could boost ridership and help meet regional goals to reduce driving by creating more housing near public transit.
—James Taylor, CBS News, 14 Apr. 2026
Swanson said these new systems also risk creating a divided experience.
—Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 13 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for creating
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Going to a zone defense slowed Minnesota down further in the fourth, but the Nuggets weren’t generating the shots they’re used to getting automatically.—
Bennett Durando,
Denver Post,
24 Apr. 2026
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Hengli has also purchased oil tied to Iran’s armed forces, generating hundreds of millions of dollars for the Iranian military.—
Brittany Miller,
FOXNews.com,
24 Apr. 2026
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Below, more about where and why some people are bringing themselves down to earth one step at a time.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
22 Apr. 2026
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Just 30 years ago, Cabo Pulmo’s 20,000-year-old coral reef was depleted by years of overfishing—bringing some species, like the scalloped hammerhead shark, near ecological extinction.—
Hannah Towey,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Apr. 2026
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The arrest came days after he was arrested in the nearby city of Concord after allegedly causing a disturbance at a prep school, the Concord Police Department (CPD) confirmed to PEOPLE at the time.—
Jeff Nelson,
PEOPLE,
20 Apr. 2026
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Thilo Maack, a marine biologist at Greenpeace, told The Associated Press the efforts are actually causing the animal severe stress.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
20 Apr. 2026
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Over the past two seasons, Murdock combined for 298 tackles, almost 50 more than anyone else in the FBS, while producing 30 tackles for loss and seven sacks.—
Eddie Brown,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 Apr. 2026
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Green cabbage tends to be more common for fermenting, a process by which microorganisms (bacteria, yeast, or fungi) break down sugars and starches in food, producing acids, gases, or alcohol as byproducts.—
Lauren Panoff,
Verywell Health,
24 Apr. 2026
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Foo Fighters, pretty much the definition of a major international 21st century rock band, is doing a pop-up show in Bridgeport.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
25 Apr. 2026
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What Laura is doing is really important, but other things are really important to her.—
John Hopewell,
Variety,
25 Apr. 2026
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While much of the world’s economy has shown resilience in the face of the worst disruption to energy supplies in modern times, the knock-on effects of the conflict are starting to push up inflation while raising alarm bells about food supplies and prompting downgrades to economic growth.—
Sean Nevin,
NBC news,
24 Apr. 2026
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Through meticulous reporting, the series reveals the complex operations behind modern scams, featuring stories of victims and scammers, while prompting global conversations among leaders in technology and policy to address this escalating crisis.—
Brande Victorian,
HollywoodReporter,
23 Apr. 2026
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Known for satirizing horror flicks, the Scary Movie films launched with the first title hitting theaters in 2000 before spawning four sequels.—
Ryan Gajewski,
HollywoodReporter,
16 Apr. 2026
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After widespread strong to severe thunderstorms swept through the area Wednesday, bringing hail up to 4 inches in diameter in Miami County and spawning a tornado in Clinton, the Kansas City area should see a much quieter day on Thursday.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
16 Apr. 2026
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King has been working ever since then to bring a Michael Jackson film to theatres, and now only technicalities remained.—
Kelefa Sanneh,
New Yorker,
20 Apr. 2026
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During her college years, Sophie spent her summers working and gaining experience in television and journalism.—
Katie Mannion,
PEOPLE,
19 Apr. 2026
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