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
First, the investor can gain leverage by generating the cash needed to go long by selling something else short, resulting in a net $0 cash outlay.
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Zev Fima, CNBC, 29 May 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
The simulated collision matched a roughly 17-kilometer-wide impactor slamming into Mercury at speeds of up to 30 kilometers per second, generating a dense, temporary atmosphere rich in water vapor around the planet, the team reports in the new study.
—Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 28 May 2026
Arulampalam said the project planned for Windsor Street across from Dunkin’ Park is going to be a technology hub but not the type of data center that has become notorious for consuming mass amounts of energy and water while generating air pollution and driving up consumers’ electricity costs.
—Don Stacom, Hartford Courant, 28 May 2026
Petco Park and the Padres are an important economic driver to the regions economy, contributing more than their fair share through interrelated economic activity, supporting 13,500 jobs and generating millions of dollars to the city’s general fund each year.
—Phillip Molnar, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 May 2026
Dell executives shared the build on social media, generating excitement and admiration across the tech community.
—Jay Deutsch, Forbes.com, 28 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
The Emsella Treatment chair does the same for the pelvic floor, generating electromagnetic currents that cause pelvic floor muscles to contract and relax rapidly.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 May 2026
Zev Fima, CNBC, 29 May 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
The simulated collision matched a roughly 17-kilometer-wide impactor slamming into Mercury at speeds of up to 30 kilometers per second, generating a dense, temporary atmosphere rich in water vapor around the planet, the team reports in the new study.
—Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 28 May 2026
Arulampalam said the project planned for Windsor Street across from Dunkin’ Park is going to be a technology hub but not the type of data center that has become notorious for consuming mass amounts of energy and water while generating air pollution and driving up consumers’ electricity costs.
—Don Stacom, Hartford Courant, 28 May 2026
Petco Park and the Padres are an important economic driver to the regions economy, contributing more than their fair share through interrelated economic activity, supporting 13,500 jobs and generating millions of dollars to the city’s general fund each year.
—Phillip Molnar, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 May 2026
Dell executives shared the build on social media, generating excitement and admiration across the tech community.
—Jay Deutsch, Forbes.com, 28 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
The Emsella Treatment chair does the same for the pelvic floor, generating electromagnetic currents that cause pelvic floor muscles to contract and relax rapidly.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for generating
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The combination is simple yet complex, creating a subtle sweetness.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
26 May 2026
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The intricate, contrasting embroidery detail on this babydoll dress is stunning, creating a cool textural element to this look.—
Caroline Hughes,
Travel + Leisure,
26 May 2026
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Mobile or small cluster targets hiding in residential areas are far better dealt with by drones, causing minimal surrounding damage, especially when dealing with a nominally friendly country like Iraq.—
Melik Kaylan,
Forbes.com,
25 May 2026
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Washing your hair once a week can help replenish natural hair oils that moisturize your hair and scalp, without causing excess greasiness.—
Carley Millhone,
Health,
25 May 2026
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The New Year eventually came, bringing with it fresh hopes and prayers and celebrations.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 May 2026
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Fresh Market of Northtown Plans for a brand new, full-service grocery store in North Kansas City moved forward Tuesday evening, making the city one step closer to accomplishing a years-long goal of bringing a new grocer to the area.—
Ian Cummings,
Kansas City Star,
27 May 2026
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When a crop such as lettuce is done producing, it is cut at ground level so the roots stay in the ground, helping feed soil microbes.—
Special to The Denver Post,
Denver Post,
29 May 2026
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Djokovic held a 2-0 set lead, but the 19-year-old Brazilian bounced back to win the next three sets – producing the stunning victory against the Serbian superstar.—
Thomas Schlachter,
CNN Money,
29 May 2026
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The approach of both Biden and then Harris to this issue angered progressives, prompting many to vote for third parties in numbers that may have made the difference in swing states like Michigan.—
Douglas Schoen,
Oc Register,
28 May 2026
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The concerts were canceled after the terrorist plot was uncovered, prompting Swifties to take to the streets to come together in an act of communal support.—
Steven J. Horowitz,
Variety,
28 May 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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This embrace of coal is a short-term fix—extending the life spans of older coal-burning plants rather than spawning a wave of new ones.—
Jordan Blum,
Fortune,
19 May 2026
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There does not even seem to be a process for doing so.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
24 May 2026
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The Office lost Steve Carell after season seven and kept going for two more, sustained by an ensemble that had been steadily doing the heavy lifting all along.—
Benjamin Svetkey,
HollywoodReporter,
23 May 2026
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“Generating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/generating. Accessed 30 May. 2026.
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