as in creating
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 generating
City analyst Jamison Larson said the economic development study will likely identify new revenue-generating options for Folsom to consider, including increasing ticket prices.
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Corey Schmidt, Sacbee.com, 12 June 2026
However, upon release, both Hollywood and audiences weren’t too sure what to make of Carrey’s latest comedy vehicle, with his (then) record-setting $20 million payday being used as a headline-generating critical lightning rod.
—Simon Bland, IndieWire, 12 June 2026
Not simply generating intelligence—but allocating cognition economically across workflows, systems and digital workers.
—Srini Attili, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
Below is a recap of the C-suite developments at America’s highest-revenue-generating companies announced between June 6-12, 2026, organized by sector.
—Fortune Editors, Fortune, 12 June 2026
There are more than 75,000 onshore wind turbines across the country, generating about 161 gigawatts of clean power, according to ACP.
—ABC News, 12 June 2026
OpenAI and Anthropic are burning through cash at a significant rate and racking up losses while generating a substantial amount of revenue.
—Krysta Escobar, CNBC, 12 June 2026
Before launching Getmany, Kozak spent nearly a decade operating agencies on Upwork, reportedly generating more than US$5 million in total agency revenue and personally earning more than US$1 million through the platform.
—Craig Lebrau, USA Today, 29 May 2026
In a business landscape defined by constant volatility, strategic initiatives have become the primary mechanism for executing corporate strategy and generating sustainable value.
—Harvard Business Review, 28 May 2026
Corey Schmidt, Sacbee.com, 12 June 2026
However, upon release, both Hollywood and audiences weren’t too sure what to make of Carrey’s latest comedy vehicle, with his (then) record-setting $20 million payday being used as a headline-generating critical lightning rod.
—Simon Bland, IndieWire, 12 June 2026
Not simply generating intelligence—but allocating cognition economically across workflows, systems and digital workers.
—Srini Attili, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
Below is a recap of the C-suite developments at America’s highest-revenue-generating companies announced between June 6-12, 2026, organized by sector.
—Fortune Editors, Fortune, 12 June 2026
There are more than 75,000 onshore wind turbines across the country, generating about 161 gigawatts of clean power, according to ACP.
—ABC News, 12 June 2026
OpenAI and Anthropic are burning through cash at a significant rate and racking up losses while generating a substantial amount of revenue.
—Krysta Escobar, CNBC, 12 June 2026
Before launching Getmany, Kozak spent nearly a decade operating agencies on Upwork, reportedly generating more than US$5 million in total agency revenue and personally earning more than US$1 million through the platform.
—Craig Lebrau, USA Today, 29 May 2026
In a business landscape defined by constant volatility, strategic initiatives have become the primary mechanism for executing corporate strategy and generating sustainable value.
—Harvard Business Review, 28 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for generating
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The Fairmont draws a diverse crowd—from business travelers to couples celebrating anniversaries, to casual visitors—creating a lively but laid-back atmosphere.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
9 June 2026
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Following the death of legendary entertainer, journalist and humanitarian Will Rogers in 1935, the roadway was designated the Will Rogers Memorial Highway, creating a lasting connection between Santa Monica and Rogers’ hometown of Claremore, Oklahoma.—
Daily News,
Daily News,
9 June 2026
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Nourishing ingredients like soybean and plant oils sink into skin and lift up dirt and blemish-causing bacteria.—
Alanna Martine Kilkeary,
Glamour,
8 June 2026
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The majority of these strikes happen during the summer, causing around 20 fatalities each year, according to the NWS.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
8 June 2026
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Storms may start early in the afternoon and continue through the remainder of the evening into early Thursday, bringing with them threats of damaging winds, large hail, tornadoes, heavy downpours and flooding.—
Caroline Zimmerman,
Kansas City Star,
11 June 2026
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The idea of bringing Pip to the local dog park flooded me with terror.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
11 June 2026
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Moss is also executive producing under her Love & Squalor Pictures banner in addition to starring.—
Joe Otterson,
Variety,
12 June 2026
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Pot and column still distillates mature under Barbados' tropical heat, where aging occurs much faster than in cooler climates, producing remarkable depth.—
Hudson Lindenberger,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
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Reliable electricity is considered critical during the examination period, prompting utilities to adopt advanced robotic technologies to improve inspection efficiency and reduce operational risks, reports SCMP.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
11 June 2026
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While the Justice Department has released a slew of files, some have been pushed back, prompting Democrats to insist the department has not complied with a law passed by Congress last year requiring the release of all documents pertaining to Epstein.—
Lauren Green,
The Washington Examiner,
11 June 2026
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Grunion are known to make a faint squeaking noise while spawning.—
Laylan Connelly,
Oc Register,
1 June 2026
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Like Heated Rivalry before it, Off Campus became an instant sensation, spawning a passionate fanbase that’s ready to see how the rest of Kennedy’s books might be adapted in future seasons.—
Bailey Bujnosek,
InStyle,
28 May 2026
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Everybody knows that there’ll be certain parts that are doing okay, but a large part of the society in North Korea is very poor.—
Andrew McNicol,
CNN Money,
7 June 2026
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In coverage at Barron’s, Paul La Monica notes how Fidelity is probably doing this due to pressure from brokers like Robinhood that don’t have the same usual requirements.—
John Werner,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2026
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“Generating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/generating. Accessed 14 Jun. 2026.
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