1
as in to create
to be the cause of (a situation, action, or state of mind)
a suggestion to go out for pizza that didn't seem to engender any interest
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as in to originate
to come into existence
feelings of confidence and independence that were only just beginning to engender within her
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Recent Examples of engender
Though most Vornado fans are roundly—and justifiably—beloved, the Strata seems to have engendered mixed feelings among online commenters.
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Kat Merck, WIRED, 5 Feb. 2025
These scenes are meant to engender discussion, not arousal.
—Esther Zuckerman, New York Times, 19 Jan. 2025
That may not engender much bipartisan cooperation to pass any of the provisions as a standalone, though there is bipartisan support for PBM changes.
—Nathaniel Weixel, The Hill, 2 Jan. 2025
Unsurprisingly, the practice doesn’t engender much goodwill with players.
—Gabrielle Starr, Boston Herald, 14 Jan. 2025
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Kat Merck, WIRED, 5 Feb. 2025
These scenes are meant to engender discussion, not arousal.
—Esther Zuckerman, New York Times, 19 Jan. 2025
That may not engender much bipartisan cooperation to pass any of the provisions as a standalone, though there is bipartisan support for PBM changes.
—Nathaniel Weixel, The Hill, 2 Jan. 2025
Unsurprisingly, the practice doesn’t engender much goodwill with players.
—Gabrielle Starr, Boston Herald, 14 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for engender
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The stunning natural scenery in the background paired with the sound of the breeze and local wildlife create a peaceful, natural ambience to keep on a second screen.—
Anusha Praturu,
Vulture,
4 Mar. 2025
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The Trump administration’s dismantling of federal agencies, led by Elon Musk, is beginning to create chaos for Western water supplies: California Rep. Mike Levin grilled an Army Corps lieutenant general about why the military dumped a bunch of water into the ground from two Central Valley dams.—
Sammy Roth,
Los Angeles Times,
4 Mar. 2025
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Looking farther into the future, the low-rate mortgages originated in the early 2020s will last for decades, causing low mobility.—
Bill Conerly,
Forbes,
6 Mar. 2025
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The tradition of receiving ashes originates from biblical times when wearing sackcloth and ashes symbolized repentance.—
Russel Honoré,
Newsweek,
5 Mar. 2025
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While the event generated significant online discussion and participation from some consumer groups, the data suggests its impact on major corporations was muted.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
4 Mar. 2025
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While one is awake in the world, the other is in a comatose state generating the fluid necessary for their counterpart to stay alive.—
Samantha Stutsman,
People.com,
3 Mar. 2025
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This initiative began as a small-scale experiment before evolving into a significant technological transformation.—
Peter High,
Forbes,
3 Mar. 2025
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European leaders began work on Sunday on their own framework for peace.—
Alexandra Hutzler,
ABC News,
3 Mar. 2025
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Alternate payment gateways cause Volusion to charge 1.25% for Personal, 0.65% for Professional, 0.35% for Business, and custom percentages for Prime.—
Robert Anderson,
PCMAG,
27 Feb. 2025
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But, unlike the 2019 outbreak, during which 1,274 individual cases of measles were confirmed in 31 states, this latest outbreak has already caused one death, the first from the disease in the U.S. since 2015.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
27 Feb. 2025
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But the problem on the tour most likely wouldn’t have arisen in Illinois, whose legislators noticed a problem and addressed it.—
Steve Chapman,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Mar. 2025
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Keeping her connected to what was happening kept her up to speed and prepared whenever challenges inevitably arose.—
Dustin Lemick,
Forbes,
4 Mar. 2025
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The senior forward has a happy-go-lucky nature, always bringing an optimistic perspective.—
Patrick Z. McGavin,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Feb. 2025
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Hairstylist Efi Davies wanted to bring an air of elegance to the nostalgic look.—
Ranyechi Udemezue,
Vogue,
26 Feb. 2025
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Loading your audio article LOS ALTOS HILLS — As the final seconds ticked off the clock in No. 2 Pinewood’s Central Coast Section Open Division semifinal win over No. 3 Priory, the chants commenced.—
Christian Babcock,
The Mercury News,
27 Feb. 2025
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The company posted an extensive FAQ on its website with details about the going-out-of-business sales, which are set to commence immediately.—
Rob Wile,
NBC News,
24 Feb. 2025
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“Engender.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/engender. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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