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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 references
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
Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 21 Feb. 2026
Official casualty figures are kept strictly out of the public gaze, although estimates from multiple sources indicate losses that are eye-wateringly high.
—Matthew Chance, CNN Money, 21 Feb. 2026
It is anticipated that this is how the final stars, or the last sustained sources of light and energy, will arise in the Universe.
—Big Think, 20 Feb. 2026
Without strong federal limits on climate pollution, utilities face less pressure to shift to cleaner, more affordable and less volatile energy sources.
—Yoca Arditi-Rocha, The Orlando Sentinel, 20 Feb. 2026
Chia oil and olive oil are both good sources of healthy fats.
—Sarah Garone, Health, 20 Feb. 2026
The shift in power from the media to the sources to the subjects.
—Ben Smith, semafor.com, 14 Feb. 2026
Meals center real protein sources like poultry, beef, and fish rather than relying primarily on protein powders.
—Rita Templeton, Flow Space, 13 Feb. 2026
According to the researchers, the alloy’s composition may indicate deliberate alloying techniques, access to advanced metallurgical knowledge, or possible long-distance trade networks and specialized ore sources.
—Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 13 Feb. 2026
Noun
Two sources who attended the party described witnessing a loud verbal exchange between Nick Reiner and his parents.
—Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 21 Feb. 2026
Official casualty figures are kept strictly out of the public gaze, although estimates from multiple sources indicate losses that are eye-wateringly high.
—Matthew Chance, CNN Money, 21 Feb. 2026
It is anticipated that this is how the final stars, or the last sustained sources of light and energy, will arise in the Universe.
—Big Think, 20 Feb. 2026
Without strong federal limits on climate pollution, utilities face less pressure to shift to cleaner, more affordable and less volatile energy sources.
—Yoca Arditi-Rocha, The Orlando Sentinel, 20 Feb. 2026
Chia oil and olive oil are both good sources of healthy fats.
—Sarah Garone, Health, 20 Feb. 2026
The shift in power from the media to the sources to the subjects.
—Ben Smith, semafor.com, 14 Feb. 2026
Meals center real protein sources like poultry, beef, and fish rather than relying primarily on protein powders.
—Rita Templeton, Flow Space, 13 Feb. 2026
According to the researchers, the alloy’s composition may indicate deliberate alloying techniques, access to advanced metallurgical knowledge, or possible long-distance trade networks and specialized ore sources.
—Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 13 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sources
Noun
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Ragtime’s jubilant origins in vaudeville and communal dancing are apparent in its euphonious melodies and playful rhythms.—
Aly Eleanor,
Pitchfork,
19 Feb. 2026
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Continue reading … AMERICAN CULTURE QUIZ — Test yourself on retro recipes and Olympic origins.—
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FOXNews.com,
19 Feb. 2026
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That snowpack forms the headwaters of rivers including the Colorado, the Rio Grande, and the Arkansas.—
Rebecca Boyle,
The Atlantic,
18 Feb. 2026
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Previous spills in Flint River The headwaters of the Flint River, which flows south all the way to Florida, begin from seepage around the area of the Atlanta airport, meaning any contaminants from that area can reach the river more easily.—
Irene Wright,
USA Today,
6 Feb. 2026
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Respondents’ references to prices and inflation were little changed but remain elevated.—
Matt Ott,
Los Angeles Times,
24 Feb. 2026
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Combined with the more enduring boho references that continue to dominate social feeds–like Jane Birkin’s free-spirited ’60s and ’70s style and Sienna Miller’s fondness for frills in the Noughties–the boho blueprint for 2026 is looking pretty eclectic.—
Alice Cary,
Vogue,
24 Feb. 2026
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Through this role reversal, the camera documents Daniel’s daily life as a motel owner in a candid, effortless, yet humorous manner, gradually unveiling his larger-than-life personality and his somewhat tumultuous relationship with his wife, Lourdes.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
17 Feb. 2026
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Haley is part of a group called Safe and Sound which documents the decibel levels, and is pressing local officials to stop xAI from making so much noise, especially overnight, with its turbines.—
Lora Kolodny,
CNBC,
13 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Also planned are an 8- to-10-foot-wide synthetic turf strip, hose bibs, drinking fountains, boulders and log agility features.—
Elizabeth Marie Himchak,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
17 Feb. 2026
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Across the property, mature landscaping is punctuated by statues, fountains, sweeping lawns, and a swimming pool and spa framed by multiple patios and an outdoor fireplace.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
13 Feb. 2026
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Many Maryland watermen have been stuck on land for weeks because parts of the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries remain frozen over, leaving some oystermen out of work during peak season.—
Caroline Foreback,
CBS News,
9 Feb. 2026
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Several smaller tributaries across the region float into the Drina, all carrying their portion of the garbage.—
Eldar Emric,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Feb. 2026
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Turkey arrests journalist on insult claim ANKARA, Turkey -- Turkish authorities on Friday formally arrested investigative journalist Alican Uludag, charging him with insulting President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in a series of social media posts.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
21 Feb. 2026
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Within seconds, a tsunami of ice, snow and debris the size of a football field careened downhill around them, thick enough to nearly bury a house, authorities said, citing the accounts of survivors.—
Ray Sanchez,
CNN Money,
21 Feb. 2026
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The rink disparity’s roots go back to well before the countries’ current allocation of resources.—
Peter Baugh,
New York Times,
19 Feb. 2026
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The swearing-in ceremony drew an array of Texas Democrats and highlighted his labor organizer roots.—
Philip Jankowski,
Dallas Morning News,
19 Feb. 2026
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“Sources.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sources. Accessed 26 Feb. 2026.
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