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as in origins
a point or place at which something is invented or provided
we were uncertain as to the source of the rumors a source of inspiration
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as in headwaters
the beginning part of a stream
19th-century explorers who sought the source of the Nile
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as in authorities
something mentioned in a text as providing related and especially supporting information
the professor asked the students to have at least five different sources for their papers
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Recent Examples of sources
James Mirtle, New York Times, 7 Oct. 2025
In the meantime, CEOs can find signals that point to a weakening employment from private data sources.
—Diane Brady, Fortune, 6 Oct. 2025
Shortly after the attack, video footage was released by Russian sources that seemed to show the disabled mothership moored near shore.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 6 Oct. 2025
According to sources, the studio stepped up with a 7-figure purchase price and additional million dollars in script/development fees, making this one of the biggest IP sales of the year, especially for an unpublished short story.
—Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 6 Oct. 2025
This thoughtful approach may support wildlife by maintaining food sources and improving habitat connectivity.
—Jon Stojan, USA Today, 6 Oct. 2025
The area was given the name after shipwrecks full of treasure, beginning in the 1600s, occurred due to the reefs and isolated location, according to multiple sources.
—Ashley J. Dimella , Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 6 Oct. 2025
Goodstein, 69, had received death threats in recent weeks, multiple sources told local news outlet FITSNews.
—Meredith Kile, PEOPLE, 6 Oct. 2025
A lot of the information being funneled to him and his peers from news sources wasn't clear.
—David Ferrara, Cincinnati Enquirer, 30 Sep. 2025
Verb
Obviously, Quillan isn’t staying, but my understanding from talking to sources is Treliving continues to consider his options in terms of bringing in another forward.
—James Mirtle, New York Times, 7 Oct. 2025
In the meantime, CEOs can find signals that point to a weakening employment from private data sources.
—Diane Brady, Fortune, 6 Oct. 2025
Shortly after the attack, video footage was released by Russian sources that seemed to show the disabled mothership moored near shore.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 6 Oct. 2025
According to sources, the studio stepped up with a 7-figure purchase price and additional million dollars in script/development fees, making this one of the biggest IP sales of the year, especially for an unpublished short story.
—Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 6 Oct. 2025
This thoughtful approach may support wildlife by maintaining food sources and improving habitat connectivity.
—Jon Stojan, USA Today, 6 Oct. 2025
The area was given the name after shipwrecks full of treasure, beginning in the 1600s, occurred due to the reefs and isolated location, according to multiple sources.
—Ashley J. Dimella , Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 6 Oct. 2025
Goodstein, 69, had received death threats in recent weeks, multiple sources told local news outlet FITSNews.
—Meredith Kile, PEOPLE, 6 Oct. 2025
A lot of the information being funneled to him and his peers from news sources wasn't clear.
—David Ferrara, Cincinnati Enquirer, 30 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sources
Noun
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The origins of Betty White's Chicken Pacific recipe aren't well-documented, but it's thought to have started with whole chicken breasts baked in a sweet, sticky sauce.—
Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Oct. 2025
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Entertainment Weekly looks back on the acclaimed singer's discography, from her country origins to her latest pop anthems.—
Lauren Huff,
Entertainment Weekly,
4 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The Russell-Brasstown Scenic Byway is a looped route, one that meanders through the Chattahoochee National Forest and encircles the headwaters of the Chattahoochee River.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
4 Oct. 2025
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The mine would restrict access to its tribal members, on top of creating heightened risks of mine runoff entering into the headwaters and decreasing dwindling fish populations, according to the lawsuit.—
Kevin Fixler
September 20,
Idaho Statesman,
20 Sep. 2025
Noun
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There were also historical references to people from the African continent known to be part of society at the time.—
Duncan Sayer,
JSTOR Daily,
2 Oct. 2025
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Again, there are references to USA Basketball and calls for a Jerry Colangelo-type, someone to establish a clear hierarchy and be singularly focused on the Cup.—
Hugh Kellenberger,
New York Times,
2 Oct. 2025
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McNamara documents the highs and lows of her job on social media (@vet_lauren_ on TikTok and Instagram).—
Alyce Collins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Sep. 2025
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The project documents reality but also reimagines it.—
Caterina De Biasio,
Vogue,
24 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Those fountains will remain closed even when employees return to work, Kuhnen said.—
Jackie Charniga,
Freep.com,
26 Sep. 2025
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The Victorian park was the first public botanical garden in the country and brims with plants, fountains, statues, and a scenic lagoon where swan boats float in the summer.—
Kori Perten,
AFAR Media,
24 Sep. 2025
Noun
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China’s rule over Tibet, Qinghai, and Xinjiang dates back to the Qing dynasty, which conquered some former Ming tributaries in northwestern China and Central Asia and reorganized them as new provinces.—
David C. Kang,
Foreign Affairs,
19 Sep. 2025
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After about two more decades of ice retreat, two tributaries to the north and south of the Alsek Glacier ceased feeding ice to the glacier, NASA reported.—
Jasmine Laws,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Thomas Gross, authorities allege.—
Emerson Clarridge,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
3 Oct. 2025
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The attack was declared a terrorist incident by British authorities.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
3 Oct. 2025
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Her perky protagonist notably navigated a romantic relationship with vampire Bill Compton and explored the roots of her own fairy ancestry.—
Matt Cabral,
Entertainment Weekly,
4 Oct. 2025
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The brand, which began as a music label in 2002 before adding a ready-to-wear line in 2005, will retain Maison Kitsuné’s youth culture roots while targeting a more mature audience.—
Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
4 Oct. 2025
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“Sources.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sources. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.
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