as in began
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the theory of relativity originated with Albert Einstein
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Recent Examples of originated
Meat raffles originated during World War II as a response to wartime rationing in the United Kingdom.
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ABC News, 15 Apr. 2026
The advertisement posited Levi’s as a throughline of American culture, a common uniform originated by western working men but shared by modern blue-collar workers, musicians and adventurers, the picture of American authenticity.
—Jack Armstrong, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
Flights have originated from Asia, Africa, Europe, Central and South America, as well as the Middle East.
—Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 15 Apr. 2026
This support is provided by Harry Gregson-Williams, and originated as part of the Louisiana International Film Festival to honor SIFF Founder and LIFF Artistic Director, accomplished filmmaker and mentor, Dan Ireland.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 15 Apr. 2026
It's believed to have originated in Hanoi in the 1940s.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 15 Apr. 2026
Also producing the movie are Range Media Partners’ Brian Kavanaugh Jones; Perkins and Chris Ferguson, through their company Phobos; and Dave Caplan, under his C2 banner, which originated the rights to the property.
—Angelique Jackson, Variety, 14 Apr. 2026
While Noblezada has returned to Daisy, having originated the role in the spring of 2024 before departing the show in January 2025, Carney is a new addition to the cast, playing the iconic character for the first time.
—Carey Purcell, Vogue, 8 Apr. 2026
Simon Stone’s production, which originated at the Aix-en Provence Festival in 2021 and moved on to the San Francisco Opera before wending its way to the Met, delivers the score in a tight package of high-intensity choreography and effectively restrained scenery.
—Justin Davidson, Vulture, 7 Apr. 2026
ABC News, 15 Apr. 2026
The advertisement posited Levi’s as a throughline of American culture, a common uniform originated by western working men but shared by modern blue-collar workers, musicians and adventurers, the picture of American authenticity.
—Jack Armstrong, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
Flights have originated from Asia, Africa, Europe, Central and South America, as well as the Middle East.
—Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 15 Apr. 2026
This support is provided by Harry Gregson-Williams, and originated as part of the Louisiana International Film Festival to honor SIFF Founder and LIFF Artistic Director, accomplished filmmaker and mentor, Dan Ireland.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 15 Apr. 2026
It's believed to have originated in Hanoi in the 1940s.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 15 Apr. 2026
Also producing the movie are Range Media Partners’ Brian Kavanaugh Jones; Perkins and Chris Ferguson, through their company Phobos; and Dave Caplan, under his C2 banner, which originated the rights to the property.
—Angelique Jackson, Variety, 14 Apr. 2026
While Noblezada has returned to Daisy, having originated the role in the spring of 2024 before departing the show in January 2025, Carney is a new addition to the cast, playing the iconic character for the first time.
—Carey Purcell, Vogue, 8 Apr. 2026
Simon Stone’s production, which originated at the Aix-en Provence Festival in 2021 and moved on to the San Francisco Opera before wending its way to the Met, delivers the score in a tight package of high-intensity choreography and effectively restrained scenery.
—Justin Davidson, Vulture, 7 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for originated
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After graduating, Jude began working as an assistant on movies and also in advertising.—
Rebecca Mead,
New Yorker,
13 Apr. 2026
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Apple’s initial plans were to build a lighter version of the Vision Pro headset, but the company began prioritizing smart glasses around October last year, according to Gurman.—
Jibin Joseph,
PC Magazine,
13 Apr. 2026
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More opposition arose from Protect Point Loma, a grassroots organization that formed last year, primarily in opposition to the Rosecrans development.—
Regina Elling,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 Apr. 2026
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During the alleged incident, police said Hooker's children had been visiting him and a dispute arose over the children being taught creationism while being homeschooled, according to a police report.—
Chris Spargo,
PEOPLE,
10 Apr. 2026
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But, when the frequency of accidents involving large trucks started to climb in New Orleans, so, too, did the number of occupants.—
Patrick Radden Keefe,
New Yorker,
13 Apr. 2026
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Tari Eason, Reed Sheppard and Josh Okogie, who have all started at times this season, were in the starting lineup Sunday and played through the third quarter.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
13 Apr. 2026
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Netflix also shared other casting info as the shoot commenced.—
Stewart Clarke,
Deadline,
16 Apr. 2026
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Additionally, a barely visible scar on her forehead was left from falling asleep in the well as drilling commenced.—
Jordana Comiter,
PEOPLE,
14 Apr. 2026
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Though last week's ceasefire appeared to hold, the showdown over the Strait of Hormuz risked reigniting hostilities and deepening the region-wide war's economic fallout.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
14 Apr. 2026
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Colbert said, as images of the president sitting and looking uncomfortable appeared onscreen.—
Raechal Shewfelt,
Entertainment Weekly,
14 Apr. 2026
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There was a lot going on in those four seconds of silence.—
Angela Andaloro,
PEOPLE,
14 Apr. 2026
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And then there was the 2025 NHL draft.—
Tom Dougherty,
CBS News,
14 Apr. 2026
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Outside the café, a nuclear-policy expert thanked him for running, and a small crowd formed.—
Gabriel Debenedetti,
New Yorker,
13 Apr. 2026
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Reese Witherspoon, Dakota Johnson and Dua Lipa are among the public figures who have formed their own book clubs.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
13 Apr. 2026
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And yet, Steubenville has also quietly emerged as a paradise for big Catholic families.—
Emma Green,
New Yorker,
17 Apr. 2026
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The wildcard that could change everything In a briefing otherwise defined by grim arithmetic, artificial intelligence emerged as the closest thing to a lifeline.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
16 Apr. 2026
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