as in arising
to come into existence
the theory of relativity originated with Albert Einstein
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Recent Examples of originating
As of mid-October, the NHTSA said the carmaker was aware of nine fires originating from vehicles that received remedy software in last year's recall.
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Natalie Neysa Alund, USA Today, 4 Nov. 2025
How to see Taurid meteor showers Both the southern and northern Taurid meteor showers — originating from Comet Encke’s debris trail — will peak over California in November.
—Sacbee.com, 2 Nov. 2025
After all, this is a phenomenon common to comets originating from the shell of icy bodies at the edge of the solar system called the Oort Cloud.
—Robert Lea, Space.com, 31 Oct. 2025
Cricket is similar to baseball, originating in England early in the 20th century.
—Rick Mauch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 Oct. 2025
The viral allegations—originating from fringe French commentators and later amplified by conservative commentator Candace Owens, claiming Macron’s real name is Jean-Michel Trogneux, who is, in fact, Macron’s brother.
—Jordan King, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Oct. 2025
Charged particles originating from the corona surge into the gap but are soon snared by two great magnetic loops—the Van Allen Radiation Belts—that usually keep them from Earth’s surface.
—Literary Hub, 27 Oct. 2025
Complaints about video gambling machines in bars, restaurants, gas stations and liquor stores were widespread, originating in both rural and urban areas.
—Hope Karnopp, jsonline.com, 27 Oct. 2025
Three corms originating in the Mediterranean are noteworthy.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 25 Oct. 2025
Natalie Neysa Alund, USA Today, 4 Nov. 2025
How to see Taurid meteor showers Both the southern and northern Taurid meteor showers — originating from Comet Encke’s debris trail — will peak over California in November.
—Sacbee.com, 2 Nov. 2025
After all, this is a phenomenon common to comets originating from the shell of icy bodies at the edge of the solar system called the Oort Cloud.
—Robert Lea, Space.com, 31 Oct. 2025
Cricket is similar to baseball, originating in England early in the 20th century.
—Rick Mauch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 Oct. 2025
The viral allegations—originating from fringe French commentators and later amplified by conservative commentator Candace Owens, claiming Macron’s real name is Jean-Michel Trogneux, who is, in fact, Macron’s brother.
—Jordan King, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Oct. 2025
Charged particles originating from the corona surge into the gap but are soon snared by two great magnetic loops—the Van Allen Radiation Belts—that usually keep them from Earth’s surface.
—Literary Hub, 27 Oct. 2025
Complaints about video gambling machines in bars, restaurants, gas stations and liquor stores were widespread, originating in both rural and urban areas.
—Hope Karnopp, jsonline.com, 27 Oct. 2025
Three corms originating in the Mediterranean are noteworthy.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 25 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for originating
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The amplitude of gravitational waves arising dense masses (black holes and/or neutron stars) inspiraling into a low-mass black hole’s event horizon is the greatest in the known Universe.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
7 Nov. 2025
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But, unlike Section 122, there’s no limit to the level or duration of tariffs arising from Section 301 investigations.—
Elisabeth Buchwald,
CNN Money,
7 Nov. 2025
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Paramount+ Essential subscribers will be able to stream the show beginning Monday.—
Jordan Freiman,
CBS News,
11 Jan. 2026
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After beginning as an unpaid intern with the Cleveland Cavaliers and landing a position as an assistant with Cleveland’s G League affiliate in Canton, Ohio, Skeeter’s career path also took him through Atlanta just like Lee.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
11 Jan. 2026
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So commences a night of harrowing encounters and trauma both physical and mental, starting with Ron and Mike’s trip to meet Oliver at a bar after one of his shows.—
Ben Rosenstock,
Vulture,
10 Nov. 2025
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Place water and rum in a small microwave-safe bowl and microwave on HIGH until starting to bubble, about 1 minute.—
Amanda Holstein,
Southern Living,
9 Nov. 2025
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None of the arrests of the four individual plaintiffs in this case, on the other hand, were made in immediate anticipation of commencing removal proceedings, much less executing a final order of removal.—
New York Times,
New York Times,
2 Dec. 2025
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Rollins humorously acknowledged his need to change his current diet before commencing the intensive physical preparations for his comeback.—
Andrew Ravens,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 Nov. 2025
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That included winning three of the last six Super Bowls while appearing in five of them, while also reaching the AFC Championship Game for seven consecutive seasons.—
Jesse Newell,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
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Wright has played at least one game with eight teams since making his NFL debut by appearing in three outings with Pittsburgh in 2020.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
7 Jan. 2026
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During a week-long trial, the prosecution showed jurors text messages and other digital evidence that showed Urick and his girlfriend, Tara King, forming a detailed plan to rob and murder Tammy.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
PEOPLE,
9 Nov. 2025
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In healthy adipose – or fatty – tissue, sympathetic nerves align closely with blood vessels, forming bundles.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
7 Nov. 2025
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Ballerina styles, those with lace-up construction, are emerging as a standout, adding a delicate, fashion-forward touch while remaining practical.—
Gabrielle Porcaro,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Jan. 2026
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New details are emerging in the death of a woman whose body was found on Hollywood Beach the day after Christmas.—
Joan Murray,
CBS News,
10 Jan. 2026
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“Originating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/originating. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.
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