as in begins
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the theory of relativity originated with Albert Einstein
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Recent Examples of originates
The jacquard design data maps the journey of the Wisteria sinensis plant, which originates from China.
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Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 30 Jan. 2026
The name originates from the howling of wolves during the frigid January nights, according to the Old Farmer's Almanac.
—Alexis Simmerman, Austin American Statesman, 29 Jan. 2026
Everything originates from the song and its creator.
—Jem Aswad, Variety, 21 Jan. 2026
Air fryers work by circulating hot air, which originates at the bottom of the fryer.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 7 Jan. 2026
Analysts note the Lone Star State refineries are particularly equipped to process the heavy type of crude that originates from Venezuela, once imports start flowing.
—Lana Ferguson, Dallas Morning News, 7 Jan. 2026
The bikemaker originates from the UK and dates back to the early 1900s, formerly known for producing top-quality motorcycles and winning races.
—New Atlas, 30 Dec. 2025
Cordovan is used to describe both dark burgundy color and a specific type of shell leather that originates from Cordoba, Spain.
—Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 16 Dec. 2025
Since postpartum shedding often originates at the scalp, balancing your hair from its roots and reinforcing your hair fiber with all those ingredients plus protein complexes truly works wonders.
—Brigitt Earley, Glamour, 15 Dec. 2025
Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 30 Jan. 2026
The name originates from the howling of wolves during the frigid January nights, according to the Old Farmer's Almanac.
—Alexis Simmerman, Austin American Statesman, 29 Jan. 2026
Everything originates from the song and its creator.
—Jem Aswad, Variety, 21 Jan. 2026
Air fryers work by circulating hot air, which originates at the bottom of the fryer.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 7 Jan. 2026
Analysts note the Lone Star State refineries are particularly equipped to process the heavy type of crude that originates from Venezuela, once imports start flowing.
—Lana Ferguson, Dallas Morning News, 7 Jan. 2026
The bikemaker originates from the UK and dates back to the early 1900s, formerly known for producing top-quality motorcycles and winning races.
—New Atlas, 30 Dec. 2025
Cordovan is used to describe both dark burgundy color and a specific type of shell leather that originates from Cordoba, Spain.
—Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 16 Dec. 2025
Since postpartum shedding often originates at the scalp, balancing your hair from its roots and reinforcing your hair fiber with all those ingredients plus protein complexes truly works wonders.
—Brigitt Earley, Glamour, 15 Dec. 2025
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Training at Kempo Goju dojos typically begins around age 5, but all ages are accepted.—
Everett Eaton,
jsonline.com,
10 Feb. 2026
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Fat Tuesday is a day of feasting on rich foods before the fasting period of Lent begins.—
Chris Sims,
IndyStar,
10 Feb. 2026
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If the opportunity to sell Romero arises in the summer, Spurs should seriously consider cutting their losses and reinvesting the money in a more reliable defender.—
Jay Harris,
New York Times,
8 Feb. 2026
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The problem arises when advocacy is dressed up as neutral expertise and then insulated by near-permanent tenure.—
James Broughel,
Forbes.com,
30 Jan. 2026
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Their segment starts at one true but basic idea — teenagers today are too reliant on cell phones — and never goes past it.—
Wilson Chapman,
IndieWire,
10 Feb. 2026
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Known as the Raffles x Christofle Bespoke Dining Experience, this private evening starts with a stay for two in the hotel’s 2,200-square-foot Presidential Suite and showcases a meal curated by Raffles culinary director Jim Reuteman.—
Laurie Brookins,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Feb. 2026
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An outspoken state senator is scheduled to make remarks Sunday at the International Servant Leaders Museum in Morton Grove, coming as Black History Month commences.—
Pioneer Press,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Jan. 2026
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Dinner commences in a cool and calm underground lounge before moving upstairs to another intimate locale.—
Wendy Altschuler,
Forbes.com,
22 Jan. 2026
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At one point, the individual appears to tilt their head away from a doorbell camera, hold a flashlight in their mouth and attempt to cover the lens with a gloved hand and what looked like part of a plant pulled from the yard.—
Bradford Betz , Matt Finn,
FOXNews.com,
11 Feb. 2026
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Where to see the partial solar eclipse A far greater number of people will be able to witness the partial stage of the annular solar eclipse during which the moon appears to take a 'bite' out of the sun.—
Daisy Dobrijevic,
Space.com,
11 Feb. 2026
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There is no efficient transport of material in-and-out of the core, and thus, most of the star’s interior never gets a chance to fuse simply because of its location.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
6 Feb. 2026
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While there is broad agreement that the nine-member presidential council should step aside after failing to make headway against gangs or oversee the organization of elections, consensus has broken down over what and who should replace it.—
JACQUELINE CHARLES MIAMI HERALD,
Arkansas Online,
6 Feb. 2026
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Blocks, and a coin emerges with a satisfying chime when Mario’s fist collides with the brick.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
11 Feb. 2026
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City leaders are directing residents with questions or concerns to contact their state representatives and pledged transparency if new information emerges.—
Christopher Harris,
CBS News,
11 Feb. 2026
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