1
as in establishing
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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2
as in beginning
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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3
as in throwing
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 launching
The autonomous submarine then moved further into the sea before launching the torpedo.
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Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 9 Nov. 2025
Famed for launching Downton Abbey, the network has been courting sale interest for well over a year, but for all the industry chatter and press speculation, ITV’s silence has been stony.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 8 Nov. 2025
Sanders started his production company in the city in 2005, and was instrumental in launching the film commission in 2015.
—Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 Nov. 2025
The feeder should also be at least ten feet from any tree, shrub, or structure that the squirrel can use as a launching point toward the feeder.
—Chris McKeown, Cincinnati Enquirer, 8 Nov. 2025
Mountain Dew Baja Blast was engineered specifically for Taco Bell, launching in 2004 in partnership with PepsiCo, the parent company of Mountain Dew, according to reports.
—Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 8 Nov. 2025
Gone Global Such has been the aim of Hadid — whose global ambitions for ‘Ôrebella include one day launching in Europe and, in particular, The Netherlands where her mother was born — from Day One.
—Noor Lobad, Footwear News, 7 Nov. 2025
Beyond lies a private stretch of sand — perfect for launching a kayak or paddleboard at sunrise, or sipping wine as the sun sets over Buzzards Bay.
—Miriam Schwartz, Boston Herald, 7 Nov. 2025
Erica has had 3 billion interactions since launching in 2018.
—Charlotte Observer, 7 Nov. 2025
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 9 Nov. 2025
Famed for launching Downton Abbey, the network has been courting sale interest for well over a year, but for all the industry chatter and press speculation, ITV’s silence has been stony.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 8 Nov. 2025
Sanders started his production company in the city in 2005, and was instrumental in launching the film commission in 2015.
—Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 Nov. 2025
The feeder should also be at least ten feet from any tree, shrub, or structure that the squirrel can use as a launching point toward the feeder.
—Chris McKeown, Cincinnati Enquirer, 8 Nov. 2025
Mountain Dew Baja Blast was engineered specifically for Taco Bell, launching in 2004 in partnership with PepsiCo, the parent company of Mountain Dew, according to reports.
—Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 8 Nov. 2025
Gone Global Such has been the aim of Hadid — whose global ambitions for ‘Ôrebella include one day launching in Europe and, in particular, The Netherlands where her mother was born — from Day One.
—Noor Lobad, Footwear News, 7 Nov. 2025
Beyond lies a private stretch of sand — perfect for launching a kayak or paddleboard at sunrise, or sipping wine as the sun sets over Buzzards Bay.
—Miriam Schwartz, Boston Herald, 7 Nov. 2025
Erica has had 3 billion interactions since launching in 2018.
—Charlotte Observer, 7 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for launching
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By targeting breeding grounds and establishing protective barriers, Hawx helps families reclaim their outdoor spaces.—
Connie Etemadi,
USA Today,
7 Nov. 2025
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The Wisconsin Department of Health Services has asked the federal government for $1 billion to improve rural health care, outlining plans for adding community health workers, investing in new technologies such as artificial intelligence and establishing more partnerships across the state.—
Madeline Heim,
jsonline.com,
7 Nov. 2025
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But while the plants are generating increasingly widespread enthusiasm, dark events are beginning to overshadow the news.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
7 Nov. 2025
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Some Americans are beginning to see this month's SNAP food benefits restored.—
Jennifer Ludden,
NPR,
7 Nov. 2025
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After throwing the sandwich, Dunn ran off but was apprehended about a block away.—
Sydney Lake,
Fortune,
5 Nov. 2025
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People were throwing toilet paper rolls and full beer cans.—
Nancy Dillon,
Rolling Stone,
5 Nov. 2025
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The pro-union, NYCHA-founding leader who fought Tammany Hall and improved New York City’s public infrastructure proves there’s precedent for big social change in this town.—
Brittany Allen,
Literary Hub,
6 Nov. 2025
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In recent filings, NASCAR wrote that the personal finances of the France family — the founding owners of NASCAR — should be off limits if the personal finances of Jordan, Hamlin and Jenkins remain undisclosed, too.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Nov. 2025
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Hands-down one of the most disgusting movies ever made (a compliment), the film finds the indefatigable slasher, who was decapitated at the end of Terrifier 2, reattaching his head and commencing his ritual slaughters.—
Declan Gallagher,
Entertainment Weekly,
31 Oct. 2025
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The case is scheduled to be heard in London’s High Court, commencing on October 28.—
Madeline Coleman,
New York Times,
2 Oct. 2025
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When these magnetic structures become unstable, the prominence can erupt, hurling plasma out into space.—
Daisy Dobrijevic,
Space.com,
5 Nov. 2025
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Footage of the episode shows an individual apparently running away from authorities after hurling the item at the officer.—
Greg Norman,
FOXNews.com,
4 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Last week that meant initiating a 10 percent reduction in flights at airports across the country.—
Alex Weprin,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Nov. 2025
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There’s no overthinking or kid gloves when initiating change.—
Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa,
FOXNews.com,
8 Nov. 2025
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So commences a night of harrowing encounters and trauma both physical and mental, starting with Ron and Mike’s trip to meet Oliver at a bar after one of his shows.—
Ben Rosenstock,
Vulture,
10 Nov. 2025
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Place water and rum in a small microwave-safe bowl and microwave on HIGH until starting to bubble, about 1 minute.—
Amanda Holstein,
Southern Living,
9 Nov. 2025
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“Launching.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/launching. Accessed 12 Nov. 2025.
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