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
Inside, a central ramp—which spirals upward and outward from one exhibition floor to the next—creates an open interior space, flooded with daylight that pours in through a glass dome.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Mar. 2026
That creates an opportunity for automation.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 29 Mar. 2026
The drama is amplified by backlighting with an LED, which brilliantly illuminates the fine details and creates a dramatic silhouette.
—New Atlas, 29 Mar. 2026
Moving from judgment into genuine curiosity creates safety.
—Reem Raouda, CNBC, 29 Mar. 2026
Sharing roads with new users creates challenges.
—Bruce Finley, Denver Post, 29 Mar. 2026
Sourcing & Methodology This article was generated by software that analyzes National Weather Service warnings and advisories and creates an article based on templates created by humans.
—Bay Area Weather Report, Mercury News, 29 Mar. 2026
The strong wind, combined with the dry air and dry brush on the ground, creates conditions for an elevated wildfire threat.
—March 28, CBS News, 28 Mar. 2026
This creates an imbalance in how the beads can influence each other.
—Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 23 Mar. 2026
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Mar. 2026
That creates an opportunity for automation.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 29 Mar. 2026
The drama is amplified by backlighting with an LED, which brilliantly illuminates the fine details and creates a dramatic silhouette.
—New Atlas, 29 Mar. 2026
Moving from judgment into genuine curiosity creates safety.
—Reem Raouda, CNBC, 29 Mar. 2026
Sharing roads with new users creates challenges.
—Bruce Finley, Denver Post, 29 Mar. 2026
Sourcing & Methodology This article was generated by software that analyzes National Weather Service warnings and advisories and creates an article based on templates created by humans.
—Bay Area Weather Report, Mercury News, 29 Mar. 2026
The strong wind, combined with the dry air and dry brush on the ground, creates conditions for an elevated wildfire threat.
—March 28, CBS News, 28 Mar. 2026
This creates an imbalance in how the beads can influence each other.
—Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 23 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for creates
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Live Nation also generates revenue through sponsorship agreements and advertising partnerships tied to live performances and venues.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
2 Apr. 2026
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Mexico’s avocado industry generates up to 530,000 metric tons of pit waste each year.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Footwear News,
2 Apr. 2026
Verb
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May 21 – June 20 This morning brings focus to everyday choices.—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
4 Apr. 2026
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Ynon brings over 25 years of financial leadership to Pentera.—
Sheryl Estrada,
Fortune,
3 Apr. 2026
Verb
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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.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
2 Apr. 2026
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With gas prices averaging more than $4 per gallon, drivers are wondering what causes price variances at the pump from state to state.—
Keith Laing,
USA Today,
2 Apr. 2026
Verb
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That’s the group that produces the festival.—
Adam Bell
April 2,
Charlotte Observer,
2 Apr. 2026
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Film Independent produces the annual Film Independent Spirit Awards and has spent more than four decades championing independent storytelling.—
Jazz Tangcay,
Variety,
1 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The app walks you through pairing and prompts you to take a photo of the QR code printed on the rear of the Rookie's camera.—
Jim Fisher,
PC Magazine,
31 Mar. 2026
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Whether future broadcasts bring more stunts like the Thing’s first pitch — or whether fan backlash prompts a course correction — remains to be seen.—
Ryan Brennan,
Miami Herald,
26 Mar. 2026
Verb
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So does Soderbergh’s camera, which begins sniffing and roving about the space like a dog unleashed.—
Justin Chang,
New Yorker,
3 Apr. 2026
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So does Delta Air Lines, which also ranks high with customers and is now the country’s most profitable carrier.—
Diane Brady,
Fortune,
2 Apr. 2026
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“Creates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/creates. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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