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as in founds
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 begins
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 throws
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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as in starts
the point at which something begins
we are at the launch of a new age of space exploration
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Recent Examples of launches
Martha Cheng Gisela Williams Melinda Fakuade Jinnie Lee, New York Times, 10 Apr. 2025
April 14, 2024 — Iran launches an unprecedented direct attack on Israel, firing over 300 missiles and attack drones.
—Associated Press, Time, 9 Apr. 2025
The title launches inside the top 10 on three rosters and even manages to conquer one.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 15 Mar. 2025
However, their journey is disrupted when Godzilla emerges, seemingly unprovoked, and launches a devastating attack.
—Travis Bean, Forbes, 15 Mar. 2025
The trail launches in September, just in time for National Pizza Month in October.
—Kaitlin McCallum, Hartford Courant, 14 Mar. 2025
By default, the VPN launches at startup and grabs available app updates automatically.
—PCMAG, 14 Mar. 2025
The campaign, which was directed and shot by Charlotte Wales, launches on Tuesday with content rolling out across the Calvin Klein social channels throughout the week.
—Jean E. Palmieri, WWD, 4 Mar. 2025
Split Fiction launches for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC on March 6.
—Kyle Wilson, Rolling Stone, 4 Mar. 2025
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United in Love launches April 15.
—Martha Cheng Gisela Williams Melinda Fakuade Jinnie Lee, New York Times, 10 Apr. 2025
April 14, 2024 — Iran launches an unprecedented direct attack on Israel, firing over 300 missiles and attack drones.
—Associated Press, Time, 9 Apr. 2025
The title launches inside the top 10 on three rosters and even manages to conquer one.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 15 Mar. 2025
However, their journey is disrupted when Godzilla emerges, seemingly unprovoked, and launches a devastating attack.
—Travis Bean, Forbes, 15 Mar. 2025
The trail launches in September, just in time for National Pizza Month in October.
—Kaitlin McCallum, Hartford Courant, 14 Mar. 2025
By default, the VPN launches at startup and grabs available app updates automatically.
—PCMAG, 14 Mar. 2025
The campaign, which was directed and shot by Charlotte Wales, launches on Tuesday with content rolling out across the Calvin Klein social channels throughout the week.
—Jean E. Palmieri, WWD, 4 Mar. 2025
Split Fiction launches for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC on March 6.
—Kyle Wilson, Rolling Stone, 4 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for launches
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The process usually begins with an investigation, followed by the introduction of articles of impeachment to the House Judiciary Committee.—
Kevin Sabet,
Newsweek,
24 Mar. 2025
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The week begins cloudy and warm.—
Garfield Hylton,
Orlando Sentinel,
24 Mar. 2025
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According to a group of former Rams players, McVay establishes clear expectations, communicates effectively, and cultivates a collaborative culture of success.—
Mark LaSota,
Forbes,
23 Jan. 2025
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By consistently delivering high-quality, actionable insights, the company establishes itself as a go-to resource for solving key industry challenges.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes,
22 Jan. 2025
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Bank of America initiates Aardvark Therapeutics as buy Bank of America says the biopharma company is best positioned.—
Michael Bloom,
CNBC,
10 Mar. 2025
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The office typically initiates communication by letter, Settle said.—
Maya Wilkins,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Mar. 2025
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Behavior Shapes Culture—From the Top Down Creating a culture of courage starts with behavior.—
ByMargie Warrell,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
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The Pink Qatari Clay Heritage Ritual is an indulgent 90 minutes, and starts with a body exfoliation with a scrub made from aromatic resins, Epsom salts and frankincense.—
Angelina Villa-Clarke,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
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Some lay them flat, others hang them up, and the last set tosses them into a bin.—
Jennifer Prince,
Southern Living,
4 Jan. 2025
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The homeowners had a hard time keeping fans from attempting their own pizza tosses or trying to sneak dips in the iconic backyard pool.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
4 Jan. 2025
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The campaign also introduces employee-level discounts on all vehicles through June 2.—
Megan Poinski,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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The bill introduces a six-month timeline for environmental reviews of new energy projects, and an amendment clarified that the review period begins once a complete permit application is filed.—
Raja Krishnamoorthi,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Apr. 2025
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Additionally, the Mansfield Drive-in Theatre opens for the season Friday, April 4, according to a release.—
Staff report,
Hartford Courant,
15 Mar. 2025
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Evita opens at the London Palladium on June 14 and runs through September 6.—
Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
14 Mar. 2025
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This podcast’s simple premise—the host, Tom Rosenthal, approaches someone he’s never met in a London park and invites them for a chat—creates a surprising level of intimacy.—
Marnie Shure,
The Atlantic,
24 Dec. 2024
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Whole Foods creates unique holiday menus alongside its regular offerings.—
Ronny Maye,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
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