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the theory of relativity originated with Albert Einstein
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Recent Examples of originated
The fire is thought to have originated from natural causes.
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Ca Wildfire Bot, Sacbee.com, 8 Nov. 2025
The data doesn’t make clear exactly where the money in Korf and Laber’s accounts originated.
—Miami Herald, 7 Nov. 2025
Menzel, 54, and Chenoweth, 57, famously originated the roles of Elphaba and Glinda in the Broadway production of Wicked in 2003.
—Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 7 Nov. 2025
The rumor appears to have originated on blog Redanian Intelligence, which claimed that British actor Tom Turner (Beauty and the Beast) had been cast as series narrator.
—Jake Kanter, Deadline, 6 Nov. 2025
The local documentary company All Facts originated the grant amid a downturn in local production.
—Katie Kilkenny, HollywoodReporter, 6 Nov. 2025
In the same 2025 study, Abdallah found microplastics in coffee drinks that had originated from the machine, in addition to ones from the pods and cups.
—Matt Fuchs, Time, 5 Nov. 2025
The collaboration originated from a casual conversation between friends, which evolved into one of Elwood’s most personal projects to date.
—Renan Botelho, Footwear News, 31 Oct. 2025
Troy Hunt also confirmed the dataset originated from Synthient’s collection of infostealer logs, not from a single platform or recent attack.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 30 Oct. 2025
Ca Wildfire Bot, Sacbee.com, 8 Nov. 2025
The data doesn’t make clear exactly where the money in Korf and Laber’s accounts originated.
—Miami Herald, 7 Nov. 2025
Menzel, 54, and Chenoweth, 57, famously originated the roles of Elphaba and Glinda in the Broadway production of Wicked in 2003.
—Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 7 Nov. 2025
The rumor appears to have originated on blog Redanian Intelligence, which claimed that British actor Tom Turner (Beauty and the Beast) had been cast as series narrator.
—Jake Kanter, Deadline, 6 Nov. 2025
The local documentary company All Facts originated the grant amid a downturn in local production.
—Katie Kilkenny, HollywoodReporter, 6 Nov. 2025
In the same 2025 study, Abdallah found microplastics in coffee drinks that had originated from the machine, in addition to ones from the pods and cups.
—Matt Fuchs, Time, 5 Nov. 2025
The collaboration originated from a casual conversation between friends, which evolved into one of Elwood’s most personal projects to date.
—Renan Botelho, Footwear News, 31 Oct. 2025
Troy Hunt also confirmed the dataset originated from Synthient’s collection of infostealer logs, not from a single platform or recent attack.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 30 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for originated
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Satellite television brought a plethora of choice into the living room, Western brands began to appear in shops and, for a burgeoning middle class, the definition of success was suddenly rewritten.—
Rhea Mogul,
CNN Money,
9 Nov. 2025
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Rayo began 2023-24 well under Iraola’s successor Francisco Rodriguez but then started to falter.—
Dermot Corrigan,
New York Times,
9 Nov. 2025
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Typically coming out in the fall, the publication arose in a time when sophisticated weather forecasting — and even automobiles — didn't exist.—
Keith Matheny,
Freep.com,
7 Nov. 2025
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Related Stories The announcement of a farewell tour brings at least some clarity to the future of the group, after confusion arose amid statements ade on social media in early October by Neal Schon.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
6 Nov. 2025
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The year started with a four-day streak of 70-degree highs; however, Oklahoma will soon see temperatures dip a bit into the mid-50s and 60s at the start of next week, with some parts of the state expecting snow.—
Josh Kelly,
Oklahoman,
9 Jan. 2026
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Sean Kuraly had a goal and an assist, Tanner Jeannot had two assists, and the Boston Bruins started a five-game homestand with a 4-1 win over the Calgary Flames on Thursday night.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
9 Jan. 2026
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Officials then searched the children’s home and commenced an air and ground search.—
Sam Gillette,
PEOPLE,
7 Jan. 2026
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In 2012, whiskey production commenced at the distillery, with bottles hitting the market a few years later.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
4 Jan. 2026
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Her nonfiction has appeared in The New York Times, The Nation, The Los Angeles Times and The New Yorker among others.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 Nov. 2025
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Brents, 25, sustained a torn MCL and meniscus in last year’s season opener and appeared in just two games last season.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
9 Nov. 2025
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There was also the possibility of the Panthers activating interior offensive lineman Chandler Zavala ahead of Saturday’s game.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Jan. 2026
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Years later, in June 2023, the FBI and the Department of Justice said there was no credible evidence of foul play in his death, according to a DOJ report.—
Charna Flam,
PEOPLE,
10 Jan. 2026
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On he west side of 35W, agents formed a line along the Lake Street corridor.—
WCCO Staff,
CBS News,
8 Jan. 2026
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Despite the uncertainty of his role entering training camp, Scott eventually formed a versatile safety trio with Moehrig and Ransom.—
Mike Kaye
January 8,
Charlotte Observer,
8 Jan. 2026
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Hyundai Motor Group’s Atlas humanoid robot emerged as a standout winner at CES 2026 in Las Vegas this week, earning the Best Robot award as chosen by global media covering the show.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Jan. 2026
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After a few hours on the floor, a pattern emerged.—
Eric Sullivan,
Scientific American,
9 Jan. 2026
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“Originated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/originated. Accessed 10 Jan. 2026.
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