1
as in to create
to be the cause of (a situation, action, or state of mind)
hopefully, the new approach to fighting substance abuse will produce better results
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2
as in to deliver
to bring forth from the womb
rabbits can potentially produce many offspring at once
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as in to make
to bring into being by combining, shaping, or transforming materials
a factory producing steel
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as in to display
to present so as to invite notice or attention
he produced his brand-new driver's license at every possible opportunity
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as in production
something produced by physical or intellectual effort
a book that was the produce of a lifetime of study on the subject
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Recent Examples of produce
Newsroom Meteorologist, Austin American Statesman, 6 Mar. 2026
Most Teslas produce between 450 hp and 670 hp and weigh approximately 3,500 lbs to over 6,800 lbs.
—Ryan Brennan
march 6, Kansas City Star, 6 Mar. 2026
Josh Miller, Southern Living, 11 Mar. 2026
In addition, 12 adult transition students help run a monthly farm stand, selling produce and spice blends to the community.
—Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Mar. 2026
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Severe thunderstorms are those that can produce large hail, damaging winds and even a tornado.
—Newsroom Meteorologist, Austin American Statesman, 6 Mar. 2026
Most Teslas produce between 450 hp and 670 hp and weigh approximately 3,500 lbs to over 6,800 lbs.
—Ryan Brennan
march 6, Kansas City Star, 6 Mar. 2026
Noun
These no-cook appetizers and salads showcase the best of summer's gorgeous produce.
—Josh Miller, Southern Living, 11 Mar. 2026
In addition, 12 adult transition students help run a monthly farm stand, selling produce and spice blends to the community.
—Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for produce
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The creation of this content included the use of AI based on templates created, reviewed and edited by journalists in the newsroom.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
7 Mar. 2026
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As of this January, more than 70% of Palisades residents displaced by the fire had still not returned to their homes, according to a survey commissioned by the Department of Angels, a nonprofit created by the California Community Foundation and SNAP Inc.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Mar. 2026
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And the loss of Amarion Dickerson, who would’ve been a key rotation piece, ended up being a major blow for a team that was counting on everyone at the top of the rotation to deliver.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Mar. 2026
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The remarks, delivered to Standard Bank executives and reported for the first time by Semafor, captured the growing unease among policymakers about how quickly the external shocks can undermine domestic planning, especially for an open, import-dependent economy like South Africa.—
Tiisetso Motsoeneng,
semafor.com,
9 Mar. 2026
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December through April is Guanacaste’s dry season before the rains begin in mid-May, making spring break prime time for perfect beach weather (80s and sunny).—
Annie Daly,
Vogue,
10 Mar. 2026
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The Big East’s individual awards are voted on by the conference’s coaches, whose selections are not made public.—
Peter Sblendorio,
Hartford Courant,
10 Mar. 2026
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California’s deserts are bursting with color as strong wildflower displays sprout across the fields of Southern California.—
Cierra Morgan,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Mar. 2026
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During the alleged robbery, a masked man allegedly entered the store, displayed a handgun and demanded money from the store employee, police said.—
Staff Report,
Hartford Courant,
10 Mar. 2026
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Oil prices have surged above $100 a barrel after more major Middle East countries started reducing production, as storage fills up due to the closure of Hormuz.—
Louise Moon,
Bloomberg,
9 Mar. 2026
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For now, neither country has reduced production.—
Amena Bakr,
semafor.com,
9 Mar. 2026
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And the excitement has generated attention across the globe.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
11 Mar. 2026
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The company will add to its on-campus staff and work with digital advertisers to generate revenue for the program.—
Lawrence Dow,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 Mar. 2026
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Carmona had six goals in 102 appearances over five seasons with the Red Bulls.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
9 Mar. 2026
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That’s because local media campaigns that reflect different political ideologies and community priorities may have a better chance of influencing the public.—
Angela Hart,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Mar. 2026
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The Biden administration declassified intelligence findings that showed Iran supplies Moscow with attack drones and has assisted the Kremlin with building a drone-manufacturing factory.—
Seung Min Kim,
Fortune,
8 Mar. 2026
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Custom windows and doors built to last Renewal by Andersen offers a range of window styles, including double-hung, casement, awning, sliding, bay and bow windows, all custom-manufactured using Fibrex composite material designed for durability and energy efficiency.—
Community's Choice Awards,
Florida Times-Union,
7 Mar. 2026
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“Produce.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/produce. Accessed 13 Mar. 2026.
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