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as in founded
to be responsible for the creation and early operation or use of
after retiring, he launched a small company devoted to making medical devices
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as in began
to take the first step in (a process or course of action)
she launched a career in journalism after quitting acting school
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as in threw
to send through the air especially with a quick forward motion of the arm
infantrymen launching grenades at the nest of machine gunners
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Recent Examples of launched
The Post launched with a daily print edition, along with a web app and online articles.
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Max Tani, semafor.com, 2 Feb. 2026
The move comes as nine local district attorneys launched a coalition this week to assist in prosecuting federal law enforcement officers who violate state laws.
—Emma Tucker, CNN Money, 1 Feb. 2026
Projections, which fluctuated throughout the weekend, launched above pre-release estimates of $3 million to $5 million.
—Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 1 Feb. 2026
The martial art ended up not making it as an official Olympic sport, but the experience launched Cook into a professional boxing and kickboxing career that took him to competitions around the world, and taught him fear is not a reason to back down.
—Los Angeles Times, 1 Feb. 2026
Five innings and a win in what would tie the longest World Series game ever launched him forever into lore.
—Fabian Ardaya, New York Times, 1 Feb. 2026
What’s more, the PLA explains that these missiles could be launched from a wide variety of launch platforms.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 1 Feb. 2026
The only other is the Ocean Beach People’s Food Co-op, which launched in 1971.
—Lori Weisberg, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 Feb. 2026
Following the tragic incident, a family friend, Ella Mackrell, launched a GoFundMe to help bring the teen’s body home, as well as cover expenses related to travel, lodging and the funeral.
—Sam Gillette, PEOPLE, 8 Jan. 2026
Max Tani, semafor.com, 2 Feb. 2026
The move comes as nine local district attorneys launched a coalition this week to assist in prosecuting federal law enforcement officers who violate state laws.
—Emma Tucker, CNN Money, 1 Feb. 2026
Projections, which fluctuated throughout the weekend, launched above pre-release estimates of $3 million to $5 million.
—Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 1 Feb. 2026
The martial art ended up not making it as an official Olympic sport, but the experience launched Cook into a professional boxing and kickboxing career that took him to competitions around the world, and taught him fear is not a reason to back down.
—Los Angeles Times, 1 Feb. 2026
Five innings and a win in what would tie the longest World Series game ever launched him forever into lore.
—Fabian Ardaya, New York Times, 1 Feb. 2026
What’s more, the PLA explains that these missiles could be launched from a wide variety of launch platforms.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 1 Feb. 2026
The only other is the Ocean Beach People’s Food Co-op, which launched in 1971.
—Lori Weisberg, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 Feb. 2026
Following the tragic incident, a family friend, Ella Mackrell, launched a GoFundMe to help bring the teen’s body home, as well as cover expenses related to travel, lodging and the funeral.
—Sam Gillette, PEOPLE, 8 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for launched
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The brunch also shone a spotlight on the fellows of the ReFrame Rise program, a fellowship co-founded by WIF and Sundance Institute that supports 10 mid-career directors and cinematographers, all of whom were present at the event.—
Dominique Fluker,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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Dear Abby is written by Abigail Van Buren, also known as Jeanne Phillips, and was founded by her mother, Pauline Phillips.—
Jeanne Phillips,
Mercury News,
27 Jan. 2026
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Celebs began wearing the anti-ICE pins at Sundance Film Festival and the Golden Globes.—
Kathleen Walsh,
Glamour,
2 Feb. 2026
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That spirit led him to cofound Hummingbird Resources a year earlier, which began as a grassroots exploration company and today operates mines in three West African countries.—
Jill Newman,
Robb Report,
1 Feb. 2026
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Residents of the home and neighbors threw buckets of water on the flames before fire crews arrived, which Mountain View says helped keep the fire from doing too much damage.—
Jesse Sarles,
CBS News,
27 Jan. 2026
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The pursuers yelled taunts, threw bottles, and expected the two women to settle their differences with a fistfight, according to court records.—
Nate Gartrell,
Mercury News,
27 Jan. 2026
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The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, established in 1987, lists worldwide suicide bereavement support groups as a public service to loss survivors.—
Jeanne Phillips,
Mercury News,
27 Jan. 2026
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But the center re-established his dominance against the smaller Warriors on Monday, finishing with 15 points and 17 rebounds while serving as a significant deterrent on the defensive interior.—
Jace Frederick,
Twin Cities,
27 Jan. 2026
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That all changed Wednesday evening, when the Metro Mesa League opener commenced between the two schools at Olympian.—
Breven Honda,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 Jan. 2026
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On Monday, Robbie revealed her natural curls as the Wuthering Heights press tour commenced.—
Hannah Malach,
InStyle,
29 Jan. 2026
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Insurgents hurled grenades at the office of a government administrator in Dalbandin district, but a swift response by security forces forced them to flee, according to local authorities.—
Abdul Sattar,
Los Angeles Times,
31 Jan. 2026
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The blast hurled a dozen people into the air, one or two as high as 60 or 70 feet, the Nevada City Journal reported.—
Don Sweeney,
Sacbee.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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Ten New Yorkers have already died on the streets amid record-breaking cold, and the encampment sweeps initiated by Mayor Adams could well prove a critical tool in averting any more needless fatalities.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
30 Jan. 2026
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The agency said medical staff responded and initiated lifesaving measures and requested emergency medical services.—
Suzanne Gamboa,
NBC news,
30 Jan. 2026
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The Tampa Bay Lightning and Boston Bruins started the month of February with a goalie fight during their Stadium Series matchup at the home of the NFL’s Tampa Bay Buccaneers.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
2 Feb. 2026
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Strong got the run started with a three-point play and the Huskies sliced through Tennessee's pressure defense for layups.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
2 Feb. 2026
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“Launched.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/launched. Accessed 5 Feb. 2026.
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