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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
Israel, which launched an airstrike in Beirut earlier on Sunday before the announcement, has not yet commented on the agreement.
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Tal Shalev, CNN Money, 15 June 2026
The Israeli military struck targets in Beirut's suburbs on Sunday after the militant group Hezbollah launched projectiles toward Israel, Reuters reported.
—Mike Snider, USA Today, 15 June 2026
The Bold And The Beautiful’s Bradley Bell is prepping Season 2 of microdrama Hollywood Starlet before the freshman Season has launched.
—Stewart Clarke, Deadline, 14 June 2026
Gelof launched a two-run homer in the bottom half, but the Rockies countered with three runs in the fifth.
—ABC News, 14 June 2026
Some of those perched atop the street poles formed circles with their arms, turning themselves into makeshift basketball hoops while people below launched shots toward them.
—Antonio Ferme, Variety, 14 June 2026
Norwegian Prima and Norwegian Viva launched a new generation for the line, followed by the larger Prima Plus ships Norwegian Aqua and Norwegian Luna.
—David Nikel, Forbes.com, 14 June 2026
On Sunday, Israel launched airstrikes in Beirut’s southern suburbs.
—Jon Gambrell, Los Angeles Times, 8 June 2026
Hamilton’s campaign has reported raising more than $2 million since the popular megachurch pastor launched his bid in late April.
—Matthew Kelly
updated June 7, Kansas City Star, 7 June 2026
Tal Shalev, CNN Money, 15 June 2026
The Israeli military struck targets in Beirut's suburbs on Sunday after the militant group Hezbollah launched projectiles toward Israel, Reuters reported.
—Mike Snider, USA Today, 15 June 2026
The Bold And The Beautiful’s Bradley Bell is prepping Season 2 of microdrama Hollywood Starlet before the freshman Season has launched.
—Stewart Clarke, Deadline, 14 June 2026
Gelof launched a two-run homer in the bottom half, but the Rockies countered with three runs in the fifth.
—ABC News, 14 June 2026
Some of those perched atop the street poles formed circles with their arms, turning themselves into makeshift basketball hoops while people below launched shots toward them.
—Antonio Ferme, Variety, 14 June 2026
Norwegian Prima and Norwegian Viva launched a new generation for the line, followed by the larger Prima Plus ships Norwegian Aqua and Norwegian Luna.
—David Nikel, Forbes.com, 14 June 2026
On Sunday, Israel launched airstrikes in Beirut’s southern suburbs.
—Jon Gambrell, Los Angeles Times, 8 June 2026
Hamilton’s campaign has reported raising more than $2 million since the popular megachurch pastor launched his bid in late April.
—Matthew Kelly
updated June 7, Kansas City Star, 7 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for launched
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The James Beard Foundation was founded in 1986 and is named for the legendary cookbook author who has been called America’s first foodie.—
Jeanne Bonner,
CNN Money,
16 June 2026
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The company was founded in 1998 by skydivers Chris Hall and his father, John Hall, and for nearly three decades has operated out of Butler Memorial Airport.—
Ben Wheeler,
Kansas City Star,
16 June 2026
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The Hurricanes began to assume control of the series after falling behind by the score of 4-0 in Game 3.—
Mark Anderson,
Los Angeles Times,
15 June 2026
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Trump’s birthday began with a new round of Israeli military strikes in Beirut, which the country said was in response to projectiles fired by the militant group Hezbollah at Israel.—
Zac Anderson,
USA Today,
15 June 2026
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Lopes notably threw himself in front of a Mikel Oyarzabal volley with just moments to go, a prime example of the back-four’s commitment to defend their goal.—
Thom Harris,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
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In the series opener, Lauer threw his four-seamer in the zone only 42% of the time, cutting his chase rate to 23%.—
Liana Handler
Follow,
Los Angeles Times,
16 June 2026
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The Wright brothers launched their airplane factory at a time when Dayton had established itself as one of the world's most innovative cities, according to Lockhart, who noted that Dayton was the home of several world-changing inventions at the time.—
Randy Tucker,
USA Today,
15 June 2026
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The Cleveland Foundation is considered the first community foundation, established in 1914 by lawyer Frederick Harris Goff as a way to fund durable change in the city.—
James Pollard,
Los Angeles Times,
15 June 2026
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In preparation for the aircraft’s arrival next year, Qantas pilots have commenced training on Australia’s first A350 simulator in Sydney and with British Airways in the UK.—
Michael Goldstein,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
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Years later, on May 24, 2011, Casey's trial commenced in Orlando.—
Kelsie Gibson,
PEOPLE,
16 June 2026
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Later, at the Spurs hotel five blocks from the arena, someone hurled an egg at star Spurs center Victor Wembanyama, but missed.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
13 June 2026
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Dock Ellis of the Pittsburgh Pirates hurled a 2-0 no-hitter in the first game of a doubleheader against the San Diego Padres.—
Assistant Sports Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
12 June 2026
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The investment firm initiated research coverage of NANO Nuclear with a buy rating on Wednesday, giving the stock a $45 price target, implying 60% upside from Thursday’s close.—
Liz Napolitano,
CNBC,
19 June 2026
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The staredown initiated a little argy-bargy between the pair as both teams exited the field.—
David Close,
CNN Money,
19 June 2026
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One last comeback The Spurs started the fourth quarter by rebuilding their lead – a huge dunk by Wembanayama extended the lead to a nine-point margin with 10 minutes to go.—
Kyle Feldscher,
CNN Money,
14 June 2026
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The grounds crew got the tarp down just before the rain started pouring a few minutes later.—
Sarah Spencer,
AJC.com,
14 June 2026
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“Launched.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/launched. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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