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
What started as a fringe of far-right mothers has seen its interests collide with a presidential administration that embraces and amplifies their message, launching the group into a new level of influence in public policy.
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ABC News, 4 Apr. 2026
The next day, the United States and Israel began bombing Iran, launching the country into war.
—Cora Engelbrecht, New Yorker, 3 Apr. 2026
The carrier is launching new, cheaper tiers for its top-end Polaris and premium economy cabins that come with many of the same perks — but plenty of restrictions too.
—Leslie Josephs, CNBC, 3 Apr. 2026
To announce the enrollment period, Mamdani released a short-form video on social media with Cardi B launching a 2-K jingle competition, where people can write an original 15 to 30-second ditty urging parents to apply.
—Cayla Bamberger, New York Daily News, 3 Apr. 2026
The Rileys started Loving Lefse as a tent set-up in Santa Clarita, California, in 2023, before launching the food trailer in Boise in 2024.
—Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 3 Apr. 2026
While together, Bridges and Hirschi blended their families and collaborated professionally, launching the DANG!
—Liza Esquibias, PEOPLE, 3 Apr. 2026
At the time, Gingrich was launching his political career after working as a history and environmental studies professor.
—The Conversation, Fortune, 3 Apr. 2026
Starting in 2028, Uber and Rivian will begin launching their autonomous fleets in Miami and San Francisco.
—Michael Butler, Miami Herald, 28 Mar. 2026
ABC News, 4 Apr. 2026
The next day, the United States and Israel began bombing Iran, launching the country into war.
—Cora Engelbrecht, New Yorker, 3 Apr. 2026
The carrier is launching new, cheaper tiers for its top-end Polaris and premium economy cabins that come with many of the same perks — but plenty of restrictions too.
—Leslie Josephs, CNBC, 3 Apr. 2026
To announce the enrollment period, Mamdani released a short-form video on social media with Cardi B launching a 2-K jingle competition, where people can write an original 15 to 30-second ditty urging parents to apply.
—Cayla Bamberger, New York Daily News, 3 Apr. 2026
The Rileys started Loving Lefse as a tent set-up in Santa Clarita, California, in 2023, before launching the food trailer in Boise in 2024.
—Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 3 Apr. 2026
While together, Bridges and Hirschi blended their families and collaborated professionally, launching the DANG!
—Liza Esquibias, PEOPLE, 3 Apr. 2026
At the time, Gingrich was launching his political career after working as a history and environmental studies professor.
—The Conversation, Fortune, 3 Apr. 2026
Starting in 2028, Uber and Rivian will begin launching their autonomous fleets in Miami and San Francisco.
—Michael Butler, Miami Herald, 28 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for launching
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Once soil health improves, many gardeners find that digging individual planting holes is sufficient for establishing crops.—
Anthony Reardon,
Kansas City Star,
4 Apr. 2026
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Instead, Angine de Poitrine are more like Meshuggah or Dawn of Midi, establishing a meter and then creating rhythmic illusions using creative bursts of syncopation.—
Christopher R. Weingarten,
Pitchfork,
3 Apr. 2026
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This year is beginning to resemble the magical 2024 season for Korda, who won seven times en route to becoming Player of the Year.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
5 Apr. 2026
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The union and workers agreed to return to work after the company agreed to return for two days of face-to-face contract negotiations beginning April 9.—
Logan Smith,
CBS News,
5 Apr. 2026
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Gonzales is certainly a name to watch in Charlotte’s quarterback battle, throwing for 6,682 yards, 51 touchdowns, and 22 interceptions spanning three years at Western Carolina.—
Hunter Bailey,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Mar. 2026
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Residents say the suspect started throwing mason jars full of black liquid at officers.—
Kayla Moeller,
CBS News,
30 Mar. 2026
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McHugh, who joins CAA after serving as founding agent at United Talent Agency’s ventures group, will work across film, television, music, sports and digital talent to build global consumer brands and businesses.—
Matt Donnelly,
Variety,
1 Apr. 2026
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The pair will support the subsidiary’s founding mission to develop and produce projects in the UK and across Europe.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
1 Apr. 2026
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The accord further prohibited the developers from beginning construction on the new residences before commencing work on these improvements.—
Awilda Esteras,
Miami Herald,
12 Mar. 2026
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Willie made it through the filming of the first episode, but as the second episode was commencing, word got to me that Willie had returned to Los Angeles and the end was near.—
Annabelle Gurwitch,
HollywoodReporter,
24 Feb. 2026
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Rugby, soccer, hurling and Gaelic football are the local sports.—
Ken Maguire,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Mar. 2026
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Rugby, soccer, hurling and Gaelic football are the local sports.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
29 Mar. 2026
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During the alleged assault, the victim managed to pull out a handgun, initiating a further struggle over the weapon.—
Andrew Adeolu,
CBS News,
29 Mar. 2026
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Insufficient compliance after a warning, a pattern of repeat violations or existence of serious conditions that warrant immediate action may result in the division initiating an administrative complaint against the establishment.—
Staff reports,
Florida Times-Union,
24 Mar. 2026
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Even amid this buzz, however, the cracks are starting to show.—
Sam Goldner,
Pitchfork,
2 Apr. 2026
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Insurance wildfire models are starting to play the role of the grading scale, and policies such as Zone Zero, the national building codes.—
Noah Haggerty,
Los Angeles Times,
2 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Launching.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/launching. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.
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