1
as in to create
to be the cause of (a situation, action, or state of mind)
a suggestion to go out for pizza that didn't seem to engender any interest
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2
as in to originate
to come into existence
feelings of confidence and independence that were only just beginning to engender within her
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Recent Examples of engender
This was a hard-playing, competitive Clippers team that engendered a lot of support and appreciation from their fan base.
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Jim Alexander, Oc Register, 7 May 2025
Culture is also attractive, drawing in top talent and customers while engendering loyalty in both.
—Tyler Shepherd, USA Today, 7 Apr. 2025
RSNs and local stations are the prime movers behind the ticket sales that help engender a more lasting association between a team and its fans, and there are approximately 3.3 million seats to sell every summer.
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 28 Mar. 2025
Unfortunately, that spirit is engendered to some extent by a misunderstanding of the nature of the program and its financial operations.
—Doug Criscitello, Forbes.com, 14 Apr. 2025
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Jim Alexander, Oc Register, 7 May 2025
Culture is also attractive, drawing in top talent and customers while engendering loyalty in both.
—Tyler Shepherd, USA Today, 7 Apr. 2025
RSNs and local stations are the prime movers behind the ticket sales that help engender a more lasting association between a team and its fans, and there are approximately 3.3 million seats to sell every summer.
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 28 Mar. 2025
Unfortunately, that spirit is engendered to some extent by a misunderstanding of the nature of the program and its financial operations.
—Doug Criscitello, Forbes.com, 14 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for engender
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The creation of this content included the use of AI based on templates created, reviewed and edited by journalists in the newsroom.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
9 June 2025
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Do not follow large vehicles closely - Large vehicles like trucks or buses can create a spray of water that can reduce your visibility.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
8 June 2025
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The species, which originates from West Africa, typically stands about 3 feet tall and can weigh up to 600 pounds.—
Caleb Lunetta,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 May 2025
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While the phrase originated during Trump’s first presidential campaign in 2016, TDS has become an increasingly popular diagnosis Trump and his supporters like to give his critics.—
Miranda Jeyaretnam,
Time,
29 May 2025
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As of Friday, June 6, the TikTok has generated over 4.4 million views.—
David Chiu,
People.com,
6 June 2025
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Through the conference finals, Disney and TNT Sports have generated $344.8 million in sales revenue, per EDO Ad EnGage estimates, flat versus the analogous period in 2024.—
Anthony Crupi,
Sportico.com,
6 June 2025
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Entering the homestretch, Journalism poked his head in front as Rodriguez began to fall back.—
John Cherwa,
Los Angeles Times,
7 June 2025
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But what began as an ordinary evening would soon become one of the region's most haunting cold cases.—
Christina Coulter,
People.com,
7 June 2025
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The majority of these strikes happen during the summer, causing around 20 fatalities each year, according to the NWS.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
4 June 2025
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The minuscule particles can lead to breathing problems like bronchitis and cause inflammation that aggravates diabetes, heart disease and other health conditions.—
Mary Gilbert,
CNN Money,
3 June 2025
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Some problems arise in the fine print and Fox is transformed into a flesh-eating demon.—
Matt Donnelly,
Variety,
9 June 2025
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Often, this insight arose in conversation with other women, in consciousness-raising groups.—
Dayna Tortorici,
New Yorker,
9 June 2025
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The primary, Sam Rashid, is a demanding man from Tampa who is bringing his entire family on vacation, including two adorable four-year-olds.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
3 June 2025
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The deal brings Mbrella into Friday Industries’ film network collective, which includes N8 and EST N8.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
2 June 2025
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What Happens Next The talks will commence in London on Monday, according to Trump's Truth Social post.—
Hannah Parry
Peter Aitken,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 June 2025
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The Pitt actress Shabana Azeez, who played Dr. Javadi, recently posted a picture confirming that filming had commenced as planned in June, just a short while after The Pitt season 1 ended.—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes.com,
5 June 2025
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“Engender.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/engender. Accessed 12 Jun. 2025.
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