as in begins
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the theory of relativity originated with Albert Einstein
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Recent Examples of originates
However, security researchers have suspected that LeakBase originates from Russia, suggesting that its administrators remain free.
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Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 4 Mar. 2026
The name originates from the sun reflecting off the snow causing eye soreness.
—Lily Hautau, CNN Money, 2 Mar. 2026
The language, which originates predominantly from northern Sweden, is now spoken by fewer than 30 people worldwide—and Barruk’s music is a beautiful way to experience it.
—Erika Owen, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Feb. 2026
The company originates from a small tea shop in Taiwan opened in 1996 by a man named Zhen-hua Wu.
—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
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
Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 4 Mar. 2026
The name originates from the sun reflecting off the snow causing eye soreness.
—Lily Hautau, CNN Money, 2 Mar. 2026
The language, which originates predominantly from northern Sweden, is now spoken by fewer than 30 people worldwide—and Barruk’s music is a beautiful way to experience it.
—Erika Owen, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Feb. 2026
The company originates from a small tea shop in Taiwan opened in 1996 by a man named Zhen-hua Wu.
—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
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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for originates
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The trade will not become official until the new league year begins on Wednesday.—
SportsDay Staff,
Dallas Morning News,
10 Mar. 2026
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Add all that to ideal daytime temps in the mid-70s, and a low chance of showers before the rainy season begins around June, and your last-minute CDMX trip practically plans itself.—
Annie Daly,
Vogue,
10 Mar. 2026
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San Diego shouldn’t balance its books by charging families more every time a fiscal challenge arises.—
Bradley Schnell,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 Mar. 2026
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And for insiders who have been monitoring Ellison’s reemergence, the question that often arises is whether or not Annapurna will remain a standalone operation, sign a first-look style deal or even be absorbed by a studio.—
Mia Galuppo,
HollywoodReporter,
5 Mar. 2026
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Hydroplaning is when a vehicle starts uncontrollably sliding on wet roads.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 Mar. 2026
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But now starts a new terrible chapter without my smarter, goofier, and relentlessly selfless other half.—
Sara Tenenbaum,
CBS News,
10 Mar. 2026
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If the sales go through and drilling eventually commences, large portions of the trail could, in theory, become unusable, forcing a reroute to keep it viable as a recreation setting.—
Alex Heard,
Outside,
4 Mar. 2026
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The strike will last until the union and the school district come to an agreement, which could mean hours or several days after the picket commences Thursday morning.—
Jennah Pendleton,
Sacbee.com,
3 Mar. 2026
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For the first time, there appears to be a commitment that Foxboro will incur no cost and will not have to worry about reimbursement processes.—
Adam Crafton,
New York Times,
12 Mar. 2026
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Taleghan 2 appears to be deeply buried, similar to Fordow and Natanz, and its recent hardening may have prompted the use of extremely heavy bunker-busters.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Mar. 2026
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California taking ‘posture of preparedness,’ governor says While authorities said there is no specific threat to the region, officials across California have also been monitoring broader security concerns tied to international tensions.—
Daniel Hunt
March 12,
Sacbee.com,
13 Mar. 2026
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While long suspensions for kneeing are less common than for other plays in the NHL, there is precedent for players missing considerable time in these situations, especially when involving repeat offenders.—
James Mirtle,
New York Times,
13 Mar. 2026
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Sooner or later, meaning emerges sentence by sentence.—
Jasna Hodžić,
Big Think,
10 Mar. 2026
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This phase diagram, a chart showing how a material behaves as variables such as doping or temperature change, is crucial for understanding how superconductivity emerges.—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Mar. 2026
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