as in creates
to be the cause of (a situation, action, or state of mind)
his rabble-rousing speech generated a lot of controversy among local taxpayers
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Recent Examples of generates
Each agent is responsible for a narrow task and each generates an output the next step can use.
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Anita Beveridge-Raffo, Fortune, 16 Apr. 2026
When an industry generates large, quantifiable social costs, a small and predictable share of its profits would be directed toward mitigating those costs.
—Nicolas S. Rohatyn, Mercury News, 16 Apr. 2026
That’s because manufacturing these garments generates substantial GHG emissions during incineration—providing an economic justification for improved textile collection and recycling systems.
—Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 16 Apr. 2026
Considered undersized for a starting pitcher — Yamamoto is only 5-10, 176 pounds — the Japanese right-hander generates power by holding his leg kick for a second before getting down the mound, as many Japanese pitchers do, and his whiplash-like arm action generates deception.
—Abbey Mastracco, New York Daily News, 15 Apr. 2026
The company now generates tens of billions of dollars in annual revenue, with a massive global real estate footprint and a supply chain sourcing coffee from more than 30 countries and over 400,000 farmers.
—Nick El Hajj, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
And the Royals’ existing Kauffman Stadium already generates revenue inside the city.
—Chris Higgins, Kansas City Star, 15 Apr. 2026
By combining visual awareness, conversational memory, and behavioral analytics, Realbotix positions Vinci as a system that not only enhances interaction but also generates actionable insights from those interactions.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 9 Apr. 2026
That molecule boosts cognitive function, generates new neurons and improves connections between neurons, especially in the hippocampus, the part of the brain that converts short-term memory to long-term memory, Wanigatunga said.
—Kaitlin Sullivan, NBC news, 8 Apr. 2026
Anita Beveridge-Raffo, Fortune, 16 Apr. 2026
When an industry generates large, quantifiable social costs, a small and predictable share of its profits would be directed toward mitigating those costs.
—Nicolas S. Rohatyn, Mercury News, 16 Apr. 2026
That’s because manufacturing these garments generates substantial GHG emissions during incineration—providing an economic justification for improved textile collection and recycling systems.
—Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 16 Apr. 2026
Considered undersized for a starting pitcher — Yamamoto is only 5-10, 176 pounds — the Japanese right-hander generates power by holding his leg kick for a second before getting down the mound, as many Japanese pitchers do, and his whiplash-like arm action generates deception.
—Abbey Mastracco, New York Daily News, 15 Apr. 2026
The company now generates tens of billions of dollars in annual revenue, with a massive global real estate footprint and a supply chain sourcing coffee from more than 30 countries and over 400,000 farmers.
—Nick El Hajj, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
And the Royals’ existing Kauffman Stadium already generates revenue inside the city.
—Chris Higgins, Kansas City Star, 15 Apr. 2026
By combining visual awareness, conversational memory, and behavioral analytics, Realbotix positions Vinci as a system that not only enhances interaction but also generates actionable insights from those interactions.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 9 Apr. 2026
That molecule boosts cognitive function, generates new neurons and improves connections between neurons, especially in the hippocampus, the part of the brain that converts short-term memory to long-term memory, Wanigatunga said.
—Kaitlin Sullivan, NBC news, 8 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for generates
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That legislation, pending action from the governor, bans new data centers through November 2027 and creates a new state council to provide strategic input, facilitate planning considerations and evaluate policy tools to address data centers, Maine Morning Star reported.—
Kevin Hardy,
Baltimore Sun,
20 Apr. 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.—
Southern California Weather Report,
Oc Register,
19 Apr. 2026
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The Chairwoman, a billionaire many times over, recently added the country club to her massive portfolio, and her arrival to oversee renovations causes quite a stir.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
16 Apr. 2026
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On top of spewing nitrogen dioxide, a gas that causes irreversible respiratory damage over time, the turbines emit a horrendous sound that’s made life miserable for locals.—
Joe Wilkins,
Futurism,
16 Apr. 2026
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That’s what really brings me satisfaction in making art.—
Lisa Deaderick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Apr. 2026
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The spa An ode to the Alhambra Palace, Spa Palmera brings the majesty and feel of the Moorish castle to Florida, thanks to an expansive 50,000-square-foot spa replete with arches, stone work, mosaic tiles, and a lush courtyard with a tranquil lap pool.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 Apr. 2026
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The Cuisinart Pure Indulgence Automatic Ice Cream Maker produces consistent ice cream, frozen yogurt and sorbet.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Apr. 2026
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Fermentation produces postbiotics, which are beneficial compounds like enzymes that may further support digestion.—
LeeAnn Weintraub,
Daily News,
15 Apr. 2026
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Motherhood draws her back to Europe, where a reckoning with her own mother prompts both women to reassess what womanhood, tradition and freedom mean across generations.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
15 Apr. 2026
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Identity theft prompts fewer complaints than categories such as investment or tech support scams.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
12 Apr. 2026
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While some cleansers strip skin of moisture while purifying pores and removing dirt and oil, this one does the opposite, according to shoppers.—
Nicol Natale,
PEOPLE,
16 Apr. 2026
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The 37-year-old scores in bunches and does it efficiently, Redick said.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
16 Apr. 2026
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“Generates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/generates. Accessed 20 Apr. 2026.
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