as in begins
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the theory of relativity originated with Albert Einstein
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Recent Examples of originates
Sandy, rocky soil and extreme heat will never phase ice plant, which originates from Africa.
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Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 18 Apr. 2026
That’s where the concept for this dessert actually originates.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Apr. 2026
Retinoblastoma is a rare eye cancer that originates in the retina and usually affects children under the age of 4, according to the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.
—Kimberlee Speakman, PEOPLE, 12 Apr. 2026
The group originates from Brooklyn and formed while the members were in high school.
—Amethyst Martinez, USA Today, 10 Apr. 2026
What are Android makers doing about this There's limited action manufacturers can take on their own since the issue originates at the processor level, which is manufactured by MediaTek.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 5 Apr. 2026
The word originates from the Arabic word sikka, which means coins.
—Sarah Bahari, Dallas Morning News, 28 Mar. 2026
The accompanying sound, which originates from user @/hymnuslop’s clip, boasts over 52,000 TikTok posts.
—Andrew Unterberger, Billboard, 25 Mar. 2026
However, security researchers have suspected that LeakBase originates from Russia, suggesting that its administrators remain free.
—Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 4 Mar. 2026
Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 18 Apr. 2026
That’s where the concept for this dessert actually originates.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Apr. 2026
Retinoblastoma is a rare eye cancer that originates in the retina and usually affects children under the age of 4, according to the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.
—Kimberlee Speakman, PEOPLE, 12 Apr. 2026
The group originates from Brooklyn and formed while the members were in high school.
—Amethyst Martinez, USA Today, 10 Apr. 2026
What are Android makers doing about this There's limited action manufacturers can take on their own since the issue originates at the processor level, which is manufactured by MediaTek.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 5 Apr. 2026
The word originates from the Arabic word sikka, which means coins.
—Sarah Bahari, Dallas Morning News, 28 Mar. 2026
The accompanying sound, which originates from user @/hymnuslop’s clip, boasts over 52,000 TikTok posts.
—Andrew Unterberger, Billboard, 25 Mar. 2026
However, security researchers have suspected that LeakBase originates from Russia, suggesting that its administrators remain free.
—Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 4 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for originates
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And what begins as a clever, high-concept joke doesn’t always build beyond a steady stream of chuckles.—
Dave Quinn,
PEOPLE,
21 Apr. 2026
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The tech support emergency script This scam often begins with a pop-up warning or an unexpected phone call.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
20 Apr. 2026
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Conflict arises when Jonas’ character turns one of his jam session partner’s tunes into a hit.—
Jack Smart,
PEOPLE,
18 Apr. 2026
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If the right moment arises, however, Miller isn’t afraid to let some emotion fly.—
Justice delos Santos,
Mercury News,
16 Apr. 2026
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Add reserved sauce and cook, stirring often, until sauce starts to cling to chicken and green beans, 1–2 minutes.—
Nina Moskowitz,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
22 Apr. 2026
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Better care for patients starts with better conditions for workers.—
Christopher Marte,
New York Daily News,
21 Apr. 2026
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But the Passover Seder also commences the 50-day historical journey to Mount Sinai, the metaphorical site where the Jewish people received the Torah, the laws and traditions that gave shape to their journey, their culture and societal structure.—
Michael Pfleger,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Mar. 2026
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All changes take effect June 18 except for Cartagena, which commences June 11.—
Vinod Sreeharsha,
Miami Herald,
12 Mar. 2026
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Their relationship is fascinating, and Guardiola often appears at the end of his tether, but the manager finally recognises that Cherki’s creative talents are worth indulging.—
Sam Lee,
New York Times,
23 Apr. 2026
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There appears to be no such thing as rock bottom for the Mets.—
James O'Connell,
New York Daily News,
22 Apr. 2026
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There is something wrong with our legal system if cutting prices is a crime.—
Stephen Moore,
Boston Herald,
24 Apr. 2026
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At night, there is very little light pollution, with minimal lighting used beyond the glow of the tents, and the property tried its best to operate on a leave no trace mindset, with little construction having taken place beyond the original structure that has sat here for over a century.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
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In Season 2, the characters are pulled back into action as a new global threat emerges, forcing them to recruit additional operatives to stop a widening conspiracy.—
Arushi Jacob,
Variety,
22 Apr. 2026
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In them, an unexpectedly human Elizabeth II emerges.—
Gustavo Egusquiza,
Vanity Fair,
21 Apr. 2026
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