as in began
to come into existence
the theory of relativity originated with Albert Einstein
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Recent Examples of originated
For example, Tung Tung Sahur originated in Indonesia.
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Dani Di Placido, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
That Western Auto building apartment where the KC Gooners club originated belonged to Boyce Richardson.
—Daniel Sperry, Kansas City Star, 18 Sep. 2025
The ban originated in 1985 due to concerns about drunk driving, according to Rhode Island Monthly.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 18 Sep. 2025
Kimmel's suspension comes on the heels of CBS ending The Late Show, which is currently hosted by Stephen Colbert but originated by Letterman, after 33 years on the air.
—Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 18 Sep. 2025
Kaare Klint, the father of Danish modern design, originated this chair and a matching ottoman in 1933, adding buckled belts for extra support.
—Elissa Suh, Architectural Digest, 17 Sep. 2025
Holland also originated the role of Elegba in the 2009 production of The Brothers Size, which perhaps catalyzes a clever, poignant dynamic in his tension with Mays’ Elegba.
—Essence, 17 Sep. 2025
Try Tai Chi Tai chi is an exercise routine that originated in China and is based on martial arts.
—Sarah Bence, Verywell Health, 17 Sep. 2025
That’s giving an opening to China, where matcha originated but fell out of favor in the 14th century.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 16 Sep. 2025
Dani Di Placido, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
That Western Auto building apartment where the KC Gooners club originated belonged to Boyce Richardson.
—Daniel Sperry, Kansas City Star, 18 Sep. 2025
The ban originated in 1985 due to concerns about drunk driving, according to Rhode Island Monthly.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 18 Sep. 2025
Kimmel's suspension comes on the heels of CBS ending The Late Show, which is currently hosted by Stephen Colbert but originated by Letterman, after 33 years on the air.
—Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 18 Sep. 2025
Kaare Klint, the father of Danish modern design, originated this chair and a matching ottoman in 1933, adding buckled belts for extra support.
—Elissa Suh, Architectural Digest, 17 Sep. 2025
Holland also originated the role of Elegba in the 2009 production of The Brothers Size, which perhaps catalyzes a clever, poignant dynamic in his tension with Mays’ Elegba.
—Essence, 17 Sep. 2025
Try Tai Chi Tai chi is an exercise routine that originated in China and is based on martial arts.
—Sarah Bence, Verywell Health, 17 Sep. 2025
That’s giving an opening to China, where matcha originated but fell out of favor in the 14th century.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 16 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for originated
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Kirk began taking questions, first one about The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Utah’s dominant religion, then another by a liberal TikTok user having to do with transgender people and gun violence.—
Rick Jervis,
USA Today,
14 Sep. 2025
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The drive began well with a 35-yard pass from Taylen Green to Jaden Platt, but stalled quickly.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
14 Sep. 2025
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That's largely because of a 2010 court ruling that arose after Tiffany sued eBay over counterfeit products on the platform.—
Gabrielle Fonrouge,Paige Tortorelli,
CNBC,
19 Sep. 2025
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My book also reveals the tensions and clashes that arose as Koreans pursued their diverse goals for liberation.—
Kornel Chang
September 19,
Literary Hub,
19 Sep. 2025
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When Zuckerberg started talking, Boz's glasses began displaying subtitles.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
18 Sep. 2025
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While the Valkyries started the game well, holding a 28-21 lead after the first quarter, the offense fell apart the rest of the way.—
Ben Verbrugge,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Sep. 2025
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Crucially, Grab has commenced generating positive adjusted EBITDA, a key milestone that could attract institutional investment as losses diminish further.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
17 Sep. 2025
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Construction has officially commenced on the King Salman International Airport…This mega-infrastructure underscores Saudi's transformation into a global logistics and travel hub under Vision 2030.—
Amira El-Fekki,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Sep. 2025
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The series appeared to be headed for a sweep in the acting categories when Britt Lower pulled an upset early in the ceremony by taking the Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series over Matlock nominee Kathy Bates.—
Tim Lammers,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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Israel’s assault on Gaza City appeared to be accelerating, with the military issuing evacuation orders for several towers in Gaza City within just a few hours Sunday morning.—
Tim Lister,
CNN Money,
14 Sep. 2025
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There was swift reaction to the suspension of Kimmel's show, including from former President Barack Obama and legendary late-night talk show host David Letterman, as well as others who criticized the decision as an attack on free speech.—
Phil Helsel,
NBC news,
19 Sep. 2025
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There was no immediate comment from Kimmel.—
Dave Smith,
Fortune,
18 Sep. 2025
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The report was researched and written by the Independent International Commission of Inquiry on the Occupied Palestinian Territory, which was formed by the Human Right Council in 2021, as an independent investigative body.—
Kevin Shalvey,
ABC News,
16 Sep. 2025
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In this case, the new, smaller black hole that formed from the collision shot through space at more than 31 miles per second – fast enough to escape its host galaxy and the surrounding globular cluster of stars bound together by gravity.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
16 Sep. 2025
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Brendan Carr has suddenly emerged as a top target for Democrats and a hero for the MAGA world following Jimmy Kimmel’s ouster from his late-night talk show.—
Ramsey Touchberry,
The Washington Examiner,
19 Sep. 2025
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A day after Utah prosecutors unveiled formal charges against the suspect in the assassination of Kirk, no evidence has emerged connecting 22-year-old Tyler Robinson with any outside group.—
Trevor Hunnicutt,
USA Today,
18 Sep. 2025
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“Originated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/originated. Accessed 20 Sep. 2025.
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