as in creating
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 generating
The video has delighted internet users since it was shared, generating more than 328,300 views and 38,000 likes at the time of writing.
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Dan Perry, Newsweek, 4 Jan. 2025
Investors focused instead on the bank running leaner and generating better-than-expected profitability.
—Matthew J. Belvedere,zev Fima, CNBC, 4 Jan. 2025
This collaboration bridged industries, generating buzz and attracting high-net-worth buyers.
—Vincent Gregoire, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
Usual manufacturers' guidelines state replacing them every five to seven years, which ends up generating a significant amount of waste.
—New Atlas, 3 Jan. 2025
Consumer access to enhanced search options is a given, but the greatest AI applications won’t have to do with generating eyeballs or page views to sell advertising.
—John Rau, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
Also, check if your potential AI development partner includes tools for generating logs and evidence for audits.
—Dimitar Dimitrov, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
This ensured the Canucks entered the middle frame on even terms despite generating just two five-on-five shots in the opening 20 minutes.
—Harman Dayal, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
Keep your goals Measurable too, such as creating 2 social media captions per day, sending out 5 proposals per week, or generating 10 blog ideas per month.
—Sho Dewan, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Dan Perry, Newsweek, 4 Jan. 2025
Investors focused instead on the bank running leaner and generating better-than-expected profitability.
—Matthew J. Belvedere,zev Fima, CNBC, 4 Jan. 2025
This collaboration bridged industries, generating buzz and attracting high-net-worth buyers.
—Vincent Gregoire, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
Usual manufacturers' guidelines state replacing them every five to seven years, which ends up generating a significant amount of waste.
—New Atlas, 3 Jan. 2025
Consumer access to enhanced search options is a given, but the greatest AI applications won’t have to do with generating eyeballs or page views to sell advertising.
—John Rau, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
Also, check if your potential AI development partner includes tools for generating logs and evidence for audits.
—Dimitar Dimitrov, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
This ensured the Canucks entered the middle frame on even terms despite generating just two five-on-five shots in the opening 20 minutes.
—Harman Dayal, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
Keep your goals Measurable too, such as creating 2 social media captions per day, sending out 5 proposals per week, or generating 10 blog ideas per month.
—Sho Dewan, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for generating
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This $15 option from Basic Concepts attaches to your tray table, creating a swinging hammock that provides relief for tired, swollen feet.Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 31 Dec. 2024
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While speaking independently, James and Josh concurred that AI, electronic trading platforms, and algorithmic trading is creating a technological arms race.Barnet Sherman, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
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The weather should improve across the country by Christmas Day, according to the National Weather Service, as the East Coast storm system bringing snow to the region will leave by Tuesday evening.Alison Durkee, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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Tuesday kicks off a historically merry period for investors, a stretch known familiarly as the Santa Claus rally for the positive stock market returns typically enjoyed during the holiday season, potentially bringing further gains to a largely cheery 2024 for equities.Derek Saul, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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Meanwhile, a powerful storm system in the Pacific Ocean is producing extreme waves that are only seen every few years on the West Coast.Emily Shapiro, ABC News, 24 Dec. 2024
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In some cases, the male may effectively become an attached sperm-producing organ.Danielle Hall, Smithsonian Magazine, 24 Dec. 2024
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While she's become a pop culture phenomenon, spawning numerous parodies from Saturday Night Live, Ariana Grande and TikTok users online, Nara finds her own inspiration closer to home.Athena Sobhan, People.com, 27 Dec. 2024
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That film was a box office hit, earning $136 million at the global box office and spawning four sequels.Angelique Jackson, Variety, 20 Dec. 2024
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Over the years, that evolved into doing complete residential interiors, and commercial work including multiple test and demonstration kitchen projects, and then product design.Arthur Zaczkiewicz, WWD, 31 Dec. 2024
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This year, the 50-year-old actress reemerged as a cleaning-supplies entrepreneur, and dished on why doing dishes is her happy place.Matt Craig, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
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