as in generates
to be the cause of (a situation, action, or state of mind)
it was your negligence that created this mess
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Recent Examples of creates
Lambert has the blazing speed of a top-six forward — like Nikolaj Ehlers, whose offseason departure creates a hole in Winnipeg’s top six — while Salomonsson dominated in his best AHL games last season.
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Murat Ates, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2025
Using ripe Brown Turkey figs and room-temperature butter creates the best flavor and texture.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Sep. 2025
Using faux chenille, a fabric manipulation technique that creates layered textures, Threadapeutic produces richly tactile works that can take three months to complete, such as Gather and Shore wall hangings made from lace, brocade and tulle scraps.
—Y-Jean Mun-Delsalle, Forbes.com, 7 Sep. 2025
Relying too much on manufacturers creates unacceptable risks, and the problem has been growing since the 1990s, as industry consolidation has boosted the leverage of big defense companies.
—Michael R. Bloomberg, Boston Herald, 7 Sep. 2025
This strategic shift creates a direct pipeline from track to street.
—Jamie L. Lareau, USA Today, 7 Sep. 2025
Thank heavens for Nucor , which still creates them.
—Jim Cramer, CNBC, 7 Sep. 2025
With time jumps and alternating narratives, Flournoy creates a kaleidoscopic wilderness of adulthood.
—Lizz Schumer, People.com, 31 Aug. 2025
Especially with the Cowboys’ franchise, the understanding of the business side of things creates a new perception for players getting into the league.
—Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 31 Aug. 2025
Murat Ates, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2025
Using ripe Brown Turkey figs and room-temperature butter creates the best flavor and texture.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Sep. 2025
Using faux chenille, a fabric manipulation technique that creates layered textures, Threadapeutic produces richly tactile works that can take three months to complete, such as Gather and Shore wall hangings made from lace, brocade and tulle scraps.
—Y-Jean Mun-Delsalle, Forbes.com, 7 Sep. 2025
Relying too much on manufacturers creates unacceptable risks, and the problem has been growing since the 1990s, as industry consolidation has boosted the leverage of big defense companies.
—Michael R. Bloomberg, Boston Herald, 7 Sep. 2025
This strategic shift creates a direct pipeline from track to street.
—Jamie L. Lareau, USA Today, 7 Sep. 2025
Thank heavens for Nucor , which still creates them.
—Jim Cramer, CNBC, 7 Sep. 2025
With time jumps and alternating narratives, Flournoy creates a kaleidoscopic wilderness of adulthood.
—Lizz Schumer, People.com, 31 Aug. 2025
Especially with the Cowboys’ franchise, the understanding of the business side of things creates a new perception for players getting into the league.
—Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 31 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for creates
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California's cap-and-invest program generates billions through emissions credit auctions.—
Theo Burman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Sep. 2025
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This generates revenue but that is only part of the story.—
Caroline Reid,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
Verb
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All of this brings us back to Bolt, whose prognostication has merit.—
Cory Mull,
Forbes.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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The new adaptive refresh rate brings the always-on display feature of the Pro iPhones to the standard iPhone for the first time.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
11 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The exertion from trying to break free from the current causes fatigue as the current continues to pull them out, experts say.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
10 Sep. 2025
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The water pressure then causes the vehicle to rise and slide on a thin layer of water between the tires and the road, making the driver lose control.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Sep. 2025
Verb
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One of my kids once presented a bar graph showing that Taco Tuesday produces 40% more dirty dishes than any other night.—
Dr. Sue Varma,
CNBC,
12 Sep. 2025
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The Pitt cast is led by Noah Wyle, who also executive produces and writes.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
12 Sep. 2025
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Nevertheless, in a sport where many players compete well into their 60s, such a workload rarely prompts thoughts of early retirement.—
Julio Cesar Valdera Morales,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Sep. 2025
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The acids in coffee boost your gut’s production of gastrin, a hormone that prompts the muscles in your colon to contract and kickstart bowel movements.—
Allison Forsyth,
Health,
10 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Charleston doesn’t do seasons the way the rest of America does.—
Jenn Rice,
Forbes.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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Never follow your boyfriend to college, especially a seemingly mediocre college, as Belly does with Jeremiah to the fictional Finch.—
Vogue,
Vogue,
11 Sep. 2025
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“Creates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/creates. Accessed 13 Sep. 2025.
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