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as in caused
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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as in arose
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 engendered
That engendered political demands for the same on the Missouri.
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Edward Lotterman, Twin Cities, 1 Feb. 2026
That’s the kind of goodwill that both David and Ken have engendered over the course of their careers.
—Mia Galuppo, HollywoodReporter, 23 Jan. 2026
The diplomatic tussle soured the relationship and engendered a deep mistrust between Ottawa and Beijing.
—Lex Harvey, CNN Money, 13 Nov. 2025
But perhaps some of it had to do with precisely this feeling of poignancy that seeing me would have engendered in him.
—Literary Hub, 4 Nov. 2025
Abed Rahim Khatib / dap via AP Israel’s ensuing offensive has flattened much of the enclave, killed tens of thousands of civilians and engendered the kind of anger that could create thousands of potential recruits.
—Matt Bradley, NBC news, 21 Oct. 2025
Mike Vrabel has engendered as much buy-in as any Patriots head coach since prime Bill Belichick.
—Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 19 Oct. 2025
While the resolutions of those cases followed ITIA and WADA regulations and precedent, their speed and brevity still engendered resentment among tennis players over the perception of a two-tier system for higher- and lower-ranked players.
—Charlie Eccleshare, New York Times, 9 Oct. 2025
In the past, Murphy’s fantastical Monster series has engendered real-world, weighty conversations.
—Mathew Rodriguez, Them., 7 Oct. 2025
Edward Lotterman, Twin Cities, 1 Feb. 2026
That’s the kind of goodwill that both David and Ken have engendered over the course of their careers.
—Mia Galuppo, HollywoodReporter, 23 Jan. 2026
The diplomatic tussle soured the relationship and engendered a deep mistrust between Ottawa and Beijing.
—Lex Harvey, CNN Money, 13 Nov. 2025
But perhaps some of it had to do with precisely this feeling of poignancy that seeing me would have engendered in him.
—Literary Hub, 4 Nov. 2025
Abed Rahim Khatib / dap via AP Israel’s ensuing offensive has flattened much of the enclave, killed tens of thousands of civilians and engendered the kind of anger that could create thousands of potential recruits.
—Matt Bradley, NBC news, 21 Oct. 2025
Mike Vrabel has engendered as much buy-in as any Patriots head coach since prime Bill Belichick.
—Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 19 Oct. 2025
While the resolutions of those cases followed ITIA and WADA regulations and precedent, their speed and brevity still engendered resentment among tennis players over the perception of a two-tier system for higher- and lower-ranked players.
—Charlie Eccleshare, New York Times, 9 Oct. 2025
In the past, Murphy’s fantastical Monster series has engendered real-world, weighty conversations.
—Mathew Rodriguez, Them., 7 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for engendered
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But the matter caused quite a stir in Georgia, where the Fulton County Board of Registration and Elections sued to regain their materials and some Republicans have questioned the search.—
Rebecca Beitsch,
The Hill,
16 Feb. 2026
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The masterful composer managed to match director George Lucas' vision with an opening theme that fit the bill, announcing the sea change with a blast of brass that no doubt caused first-time viewers to jump in their seats.—
Alex Galbraith,
Entertainment Weekly,
15 Feb. 2026
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Sherri arose in 2022 after Shepherd ably filled in for Wendy Williams at the end of that show’s run.—
Rick Porter,
HollywoodReporter,
21 Feb. 2026
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That first test flight was also plagued by hydrogen fuel leaks before blasting off, as well as a helium issue similar to the one that arose Saturday.—
Marcia Dunn,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Feb. 2026
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It's just been created with an obsession for making things as beautifully as possible.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Feb. 2026
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The New York Yankees are dealing with a stinky spring training situation after a sewage leak penetrated their clubhouse and outer hallway, and created pools of fetid water around George Steinbrenner Stadium.—
Gabrielle Starr,
Boston Herald,
22 Feb. 2026
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Lexi Minetree stars in the role originated by Reese Witherspoon.—
Brendan Morrow,
USA Today,
18 Feb. 2026
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This story originated as part of Deadline’s new Comedy Means Business newsletter.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
17 Feb. 2026
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This week has been a little different, with Arsenal’s game at Wolves brought forward to Wednesday night to avoid a clash with next month’s Carabao Cup final.—
Oliver Kay,
New York Times,
20 Feb. 2026
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On Thursday, Mexican officials said there is currently no indication that the 84-year-old was brought into Mexico.—
Alexandra Banner,
CNN Money,
20 Feb. 2026
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Sunday’s border battle at Wisconsin began in an inauspicious manner for the Minnesota women’s basketball team.—
Staff Report,
Twin Cities,
16 Feb. 2026
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Just hours after bombs began raining down on Oahu, Hawaii, on December 7, 1941, two FBI agents arrived unannounced at Nikki Nojima Louis’ home in Seattle’s Japantown.—
Zoe Sottile,
CNN Money,
16 Feb. 2026
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This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a USA Today editor.—
USA Today staff,
USA Today,
19 Feb. 2026
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Wind and solar generated 30% of the European Union’s electricity in 2025, overtaking fossil fuels for the first time.—
Laura Paddison,
CNN Money,
19 Feb. 2026
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Carolyn Hax started her Washington Post advice column in 1997, after five years on the Style desk and none as a therapist.—
Carolyn Hax,
Washington Post,
20 Feb. 2026
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Minnesota started slow and trailed the host Badgers 18-8 late in the first quarter.—
Staff Report,
Twin Cities,
16 Feb. 2026
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“Engendered.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/engendered. Accessed 23 Feb. 2026.
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