as in generating
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 creating
Iwobi’s movement drags Ladislav Krejci wider, increasing the space between the lines and creating a clear passing angle for Calvin Bassey.
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Ahmed Walid, New York Times, 7 Jan. 2026
They’re combined with a non-toxic, hypoallergenic down alternative filling, creating a plush and luxurious sleeping experience that’s designed for back, side, and stomach sleepers.
—Megan Schaltegger, PEOPLE, 7 Jan. 2026
But the jury in the federal civil lawsuit found that Moore violated Gillispie's rights by hiding evidence that would have helped Gillispie's defense and creating unfair lineup procedures for the victims.
—Laura A. Bischoff, Cincinnati Enquirer, 7 Jan. 2026
Tagle notes these layouts showcase craftsmanship and express design intent, creating a bespoke feel.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Jan. 2026
Now, the company known for Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve is creating a brand-new eve.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 6 Jan. 2026
Instead of intimidating or purely utilitarian devices, companies like Yukai Engineering are creating robots that integrate into daily life and offer joy alongside practicality.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 6 Jan. 2026
Businesses can also bundle internet with voice, security or backup power solutions, creating a convenient one-stop package for connectivity and communications.
—Roxanne Downer, USA Today, 10 Nov. 2025
The Colorado River Indian Tribes have formally accorded personhood status to the Colorado River, creating a powerful new mechanism to protect the eponymous river that makes life possible in their arid homelands.
—Debra Utacia Krol, AZCentral.com, 10 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for creating
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Researchers revealed that the high-voltage output facilitates the neutralization and collection of dust and moisture by generating negative ions.—
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Zari Taylor, a digital culture fellow at New York University, describes vagueposting as using extremely ambiguous language for the sake of click bait or generating controversy.—
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For most fans, bringing home a souvenir from a live sporting event is one of the most exciting things to experience.—
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Also popular are small-batch brews with members of a home brew club or another small group bringing their own recipe, brewing it on site and participating in a tapping event to showcase their creation.—
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Jail records show Gatica faces charges of DUI causing death or bodily injury and hit-and-run causing death or bodily injury.—
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The majority of these strikes happen during the summer, causing around 20 fatalities each year, according to the NWS.—
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Achane handled 12 first half carries, producing 64 rushing yards.—
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Idemitsu is constructing a large-scale facility capable of producing 1,000 metric tons of lithium sulfide annually, with a target of mass production by 2027.—
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Upon doing some research for more formal choices to match the nickname, the mom came across Margaret, which had a connection to her husband's grandmother.—
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No New Yorker should have to fear losing access to health care -- and no nurse should be asked to accept less pay, fewer benefits or less dignity for doing lifesaving work.—
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That included training local activists to respond independently to moments that resonated in their community and hold protests without needing prompting from national groups.—
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Her social media posts hyping Cincinnati and under-the-radar cities last summer went viral with over 1 million views on Instagram and Tiktok, prompting thousands of comments shouting out other secondary cities worth a visit.—
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Yet the show, centered on the murder of Laura Palmer, became a surprise sensation — lasting two seasons, spawning a prequel movie, and returning two decades later for a revival season.—
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These innocuous-seeming actions can kindle dry vegetation, potentially spawning a wildfire.—
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Hardemon, working with Miami City Commission Chairwoman Christine King and CRA Executive Director James McQueen, imagined a future that put Overtown at the center of art and innovation.—
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Not working with the federal agency is not the response the City of Pittsburgh Republican Committee wanted to hear.—
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“Creating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/creating. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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