as in derivative
something that naturally develops or is developed from something else
the noun is a derivation of a much earlier verb
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Recent Examples of derivation
Large Language Models often struggle with precise derivations and calculations in theoretical physics, sometimes exhibiting inconsistent reasoning.
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Paul Sutter, Space.com, 22 Mar. 2026
Silicon Valley dreamt up poor derivations of past cautionary tales and created a monoculture of exploitative social media feeds and predatory data-hungry apps that birthed Orwell’s surveillance state.
—John Lopez, HollywoodReporter, 21 Oct. 2025
Bose found a stronger mathematical derivation of Planck’s law.
—Matt Von Hippel, Quanta Magazine, 23 June 2025
Whether numbers, systems of equations, derivations or geometric objects, everything should spring from a few basic assumptions.
—Manon Bischoff, Scientific American, 9 May 2025
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Paul Sutter, Space.com, 22 Mar. 2026
Silicon Valley dreamt up poor derivations of past cautionary tales and created a monoculture of exploitative social media feeds and predatory data-hungry apps that birthed Orwell’s surveillance state.
—John Lopez, HollywoodReporter, 21 Oct. 2025
Bose found a stronger mathematical derivation of Planck’s law.
—Matt Von Hippel, Quanta Magazine, 23 June 2025
Whether numbers, systems of equations, derivations or geometric objects, everything should spring from a few basic assumptions.
—Manon Bischoff, Scientific American, 9 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for derivation
Recent Examples of Synonyms for derivation
Noun
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The vitamin A derivative boasts myriad benefits for mature skin, plus anyone seeking to preemptively stave off signs of visible aging.—
Sophie Wirt,
InStyle,
29 May 2026
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However, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission views these contracts as falling within its jurisdiction to regulate swaps and derivatives.—
Davis Giangiulio,
CNBC,
28 May 2026
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While Apple shares were up more than 4% in trading Friday, all of the derivate plays were trading in the red.—
Liz Napolitano,
CNBC,
1 May 2026
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With unique enough lore and a unique style, Saxon avoids making a derivate fable.—
Carlos Aguilar,
Variety,
27 Jan. 2025
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“Derivation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/derivation. Accessed 7 Jun. 2026.
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