as in begins
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the theory of relativity originated with Albert Einstein
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Recent Examples of originates
The company originates from a small tea shop in Taiwan opened in 1996 by a man named Zhen-hua Wu.
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Ernestine Siu, CNBC, 16 Feb. 2026
The jacquard design data maps the journey of the Wisteria sinensis plant, which originates from China.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 30 Jan. 2026
The name originates from the howling of wolves during the frigid January nights, according to the Old Farmer's Almanac.
—Alexis Simmerman, Austin American Statesman, 29 Jan. 2026
Everything originates from the song and its creator.
—Jem Aswad, Variety, 21 Jan. 2026
Air fryers work by circulating hot air, which originates at the bottom of the fryer.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 7 Jan. 2026
Analysts note the Lone Star State refineries are particularly equipped to process the heavy type of crude that originates from Venezuela, once imports start flowing.
—Lana Ferguson, Dallas Morning News, 7 Jan. 2026
The bikemaker originates from the UK and dates back to the early 1900s, formerly known for producing top-quality motorcycles and winning races.
—New Atlas, 30 Dec. 2025
Cordovan is used to describe both dark burgundy color and a specific type of shell leather that originates from Cordoba, Spain.
—Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 16 Dec. 2025
Ernestine Siu, CNBC, 16 Feb. 2026
The jacquard design data maps the journey of the Wisteria sinensis plant, which originates from China.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 30 Jan. 2026
The name originates from the howling of wolves during the frigid January nights, according to the Old Farmer's Almanac.
—Alexis Simmerman, Austin American Statesman, 29 Jan. 2026
Everything originates from the song and its creator.
—Jem Aswad, Variety, 21 Jan. 2026
Air fryers work by circulating hot air, which originates at the bottom of the fryer.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 7 Jan. 2026
Analysts note the Lone Star State refineries are particularly equipped to process the heavy type of crude that originates from Venezuela, once imports start flowing.
—Lana Ferguson, Dallas Morning News, 7 Jan. 2026
The bikemaker originates from the UK and dates back to the early 1900s, formerly known for producing top-quality motorcycles and winning races.
—New Atlas, 30 Dec. 2025
Cordovan is used to describe both dark burgundy color and a specific type of shell leather that originates from Cordoba, Spain.
—Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 16 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for originates
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When early voting begins, the county typically publishes each polling location’s wait time on its website.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
16 Feb. 2026
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Wicks, 26, begins spring training as part of the starting pitching depth mix that the Cubs expect to rely on over the course of the season.—
Meghan Montemurro,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Feb. 2026
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Then the notion of a singing contest arises, and life stirs.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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If the opportunity to sell Romero arises in the summer, Spurs should seriously consider cutting their losses and reinvesting the money in a more reliable defender.—
Jay Harris,
New York Times,
8 Feb. 2026
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But as we’re ushered down a meandering trail, the entire atmosphere starts changing.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 Feb. 2026
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The problem starts, though, when pricing isn't clearly disclosed upfront.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
17 Feb. 2026
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The planetary moonwalk commences on the 26th, twelve days after Valentine’s Day, and is plotting and sussing out the story, so beware of mishaps, missteps, unforeseen issues, travel delays, the resurrection of exes, and awkward moments.—
Lisa Stardust,
Refinery29,
12 Feb. 2026
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This season, New York Fashion Week (NYFW) commences at a dire moment for US multi-brand retail.—
Madeleine Schulz,
Vogue,
11 Feb. 2026
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The support for signaling an openness to a potential rate hike appears to be a significant shift from previous meetings.—
Christopher Rugaber,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Feb. 2026
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That could be because this form of brain training appears to trigger something called implicit learning, which involves acquiring unconscious or automatic skills, like swimming or tying a shoelace.—
Jon Hamilton,
NPR,
18 Feb. 2026
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There is a harder message in that observation, particularly for Europe and the UK.—
Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson,
semafor.com,
20 Feb. 2026
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On Thursday, Mexican officials said there is currently no indication that the 84-year-old was brought into Mexico.—
Alexandra Banner,
CNN Money,
20 Feb. 2026
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The unions pointed to December and January revenues that have exceeded projections and called for a stand-alone meeting once a clearer picture of Proposition 98 funding — the state’s constitutional formula that guarantees minimum funding for K-12 schools — emerges.—
Teresa Liu,
Daily News,
18 Feb. 2026
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In slalom, the top 30 finishers from the first run are inverted and from that pack emerges the medal winner.—
Dana O’Neil,
CNN Money,
18 Feb. 2026
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