as in creates
to be the cause of (a situation, action, or state of mind)
his rabble-rousing speech generated a lot of controversy among local taxpayers
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Recent Examples of generates
Connection Fox, for example, helps users keep track of important contacts, sets reminders to get in touch and even generates suggestions for ways to reach out, keeping important relationships from going cold.
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Aytekin Tank, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
This group generates turnovers and gets after jump shooters.
—Steven Louis Goldstein, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
But in reality these moments are when the brain consolidates memories, solves complex problems, and generates creative insights.
—Richard E. Cytowic, TIME, 23 Dec. 2024
That vertical now generates less than 40% of Authentic’s SI revenue thanks to the growth of other pillars.
—Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 23 Dec. 2024
His reactor, which generates neutrons, was also showcased at the Cambridge Science Festival and earned him an A* on his A-level exams.
—Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 22 Dec. 2024
While the battery packs used in my gloves are pretty much a replaceable commodity these days, the wiring that generates the heat is not.
—Wes Siler, Outside Online, 22 Dec. 2024
This all sounds a bit similar to the Pages feature offered by the AI search engine Perplexity, which generates a custom webpage based on your prompt.
—Emma Roth, The Verge, 11 Dec. 2024
The show also generates lots of buzz and memorable moments.
—Jenelle Riley, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
Aytekin Tank, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
This group generates turnovers and gets after jump shooters.
—Steven Louis Goldstein, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
But in reality these moments are when the brain consolidates memories, solves complex problems, and generates creative insights.
—Richard E. Cytowic, TIME, 23 Dec. 2024
That vertical now generates less than 40% of Authentic’s SI revenue thanks to the growth of other pillars.
—Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 23 Dec. 2024
His reactor, which generates neutrons, was also showcased at the Cambridge Science Festival and earned him an A* on his A-level exams.
—Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 22 Dec. 2024
While the battery packs used in my gloves are pretty much a replaceable commodity these days, the wiring that generates the heat is not.
—Wes Siler, Outside Online, 22 Dec. 2024
This all sounds a bit similar to the Pages feature offered by the AI search engine Perplexity, which generates a custom webpage based on your prompt.
—Emma Roth, The Verge, 11 Dec. 2024
The show also generates lots of buzz and memorable moments.
—Jenelle Riley, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for generates
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This podcast’s simple premise—the host, Tom Rosenthal, approaches someone he’s never met in a London park and invites them for a chat—creates a surprising level of intimacy.—
Marnie Shure,
The Atlantic,
24 Dec. 2024
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Whole Foods creates unique holiday menus alongside its regular offerings.—
Ronny Maye,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
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Reporting Deadline Which brings us back to the role of the individual.—
Roger Trapp,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
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That brings her and partner Curtis (Gershwyn Eustache) into conflict with the wealthy and powerful ruling family of Kingston, with a possible connection to the London case that led to Millie's ouster from the Yard.—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
24 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Studio Lambert produces the series for BBC in co-production with Tubi and ZDFneo.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
8 Jan. 2025
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The company also produces and tours a range of shows throughout Spain.—
Georg Szalai,
The Hollywood Reporter,
8 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Society establishes a tax that if AI does the right thing, it is taxed lightly.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes,
23 Dec. 2024
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In a town that does things by the book, Urban is intent on trying new things, tinkering around with formula.—
Stephen Deusner,
SPIN,
23 Dec. 2024
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“Generates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/generates. Accessed 30 Mar. 2025.
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