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 tour begins on March 6, 2026, with a stop at the National World War I Museum and Memorial in Kansas City, Missouri.—
Washington Examiner Staff,
The Washington Examiner,
3 Mar. 2026
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The products opened up a week of product launches on Monday, as Apple begins what looks to be a broader multi-day hardware push.—
Dylan Butts,
CNBC,
3 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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Rather than a static snapshot, Blueprints track live behavior, so if an AI system starts acting outside its intended purpose, the platform flags it.—
Beatrice Nolan,
Fortune,
3 Mar. 2026
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In the spring, Garrison starts tomatoes and other plants in the greenhouse, and her collection of citrus trees, hibiscus, macho ferns and Australian tree ferns make their home there in the winter.—
Mary Grace Granados,
Dallas Morning News,
3 Mar. 2026
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East coasters will need to get strategic about their vantage points, as the moon will be close to setting, and therefore near the west horizon, when totality commences.—
Stephanie Vermillion,
Outside,
1 Mar. 2026
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Sifford, who is currently the retailer’s vice chairman of the board, will fulfill the CEO responsibilities while the company commences a search for a permanent successor.—
Stephen Garner,
Footwear News,
25 Feb. 2026
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Burgum appears to have been saddled with the task of making coal-burning and its dismal emissions look just as good.—
Business Columnist,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Mar. 2026
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All of it collides Tuesday, when a field of more than a dozen contenders appears on the same ballot in a free-for-all to succeed Greene that is only the first step in what could become a five-election slog to claim the seat.—
Greg Bluestein,
AJC.com,
4 Mar. 2026
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Because there is little doubt that Canadiens management sees what their coach sees, and what anyone watching their team sees.—
Arpon Basu,
New York Times,
6 Mar. 2026
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There is a road closure on Harry Darby Memorial Highway between I-70 exit 4A and I-70 East.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
6 Mar. 2026
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Another plant that should be cut back in late fall is this plant, which emerges in spring and grows rapidly.—
Madeline Buiano,
Martha Stewart,
4 Mar. 2026
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Although weakened, the factions still survive, and could form a powerful, transnational and motivated insurgency when the time comes to fight whatever emerges if the Islamic Republic falls.—
Nabih Bulos,
Los Angeles Times,
3 Mar. 2026
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