as in to cause
to be the cause of (a situation, action, or state of mind)
this legislation will surely bring on some unintended consequences
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Kenniff also said evidence will later show Neely's death was also a result of cardiac arrest brought on by the stress of the event and blocked blood flow caused by sickle cell disease that was revealed in Neely's autopsy.
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Claire Thornton, USA TODAY, 1 Nov. 2024
For executives seeking to avoid being blindsided by an exponential wave of change brought on by teaming AI with expansive computing power, now is the time to reflect on the implications.
—Nathan Warren, Fortune, 1 Nov. 2024
Together, the men wrestle with profound changes brought on by widowhood, retirement, divorce, and other big transitions.
—Hannah Giorgis, The Atlantic, 31 Oct. 2024
With the facility inactive, the company has been forced to dismiss the former coal miners brought on as technicians.
—Joel Khalili, WIRED, 21 Oct. 2024
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Claire Thornton, USA TODAY, 1 Nov. 2024
For executives seeking to avoid being blindsided by an exponential wave of change brought on by teaming AI with expansive computing power, now is the time to reflect on the implications.
—Nathan Warren, Fortune, 1 Nov. 2024
Together, the men wrestle with profound changes brought on by widowhood, retirement, divorce, and other big transitions.
—Hannah Giorgis, The Atlantic, 31 Oct. 2024
With the facility inactive, the company has been forced to dismiss the former coal miners brought on as technicians.
—Joel Khalili, WIRED, 21 Oct. 2024
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Exposure to high concentrations can cause people to lose consciousness and can lead to long-term effects such as headaches, poor attention span, poor memory and poor motor function, according to the Environmental Protection Agency.Noelle Phillips, The Denver Post, 15 Nov. 2024
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An ankle injury caused Williams to miss two games last season — October losses to the Vikings and the Bengals — after not practicing those weeks.Cam Inman, The Mercury News, 15 Nov. 2024
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Colorado’s 8th District, the state’s newest congressional district, was created during the 2021 redistricting process and designed to be an evenly split swing district.Lauren Penington, The Denver Post, 10 Nov. 2024
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Their dedication brings Saratoga’s rich history and vibrant landscape to life, creating a place where everyone can feel connected and inspired.Yan Zhao, The Mercury News, 10 Nov. 2024
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The combination brought them their second straight NBA Cup win — a 123-118 final.Danny Emerman, The Mercury News, 15 Nov. 2024
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Then on Tuesday, a storm will bring snow, though the latest models show totals generally under six inches.John Meyer, The Denver Post, 14 Nov. 2024
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Tyson and Paul’s fight generated significant buzz due to the collaboration between Tyson and MVP Promotions.Brian Mazique, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a Courier Journal digital producer.Ray Padilla, The Courier-Journal, 21 Nov. 2024
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Irvine switched from at-large to district council elections this year, prompting this unique two-year term.Alexcia Negrete, Orange County Register, 12 Nov. 2024
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Fewer than 5,000 of the top-line sedans sold in 2023, with its tally tumbling prompting Genesis to revise the 2025 models.James Raia, The Mercury News, 10 Nov. 2024
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Competitive dynamics in the schizophrenia space will presumably bring about changes that offer opportunities and pose challenges to Cobenfy’s sponsor, Bristol Myers Squibb.Joshua P. Cohen, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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Despite the chaos that politics has brought about over the years, the Grammy-winner also called for change.Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 5 Nov. 2024
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Shout out to our friends at TMZ who did the most insightful original reporting.Frederick Dreier, Outside Online, 18 Nov. 2024
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Local health officials are working to reach everyone who may have had contact with the infected individual, and they are expected to do so in this case, said Preston Merchant, a spokesman for the San Mateo County health department.Jakob Rodgers, The Mercury News, 17 Nov. 2024
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Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald’s scheme gave Purdy fits last year when Macdonald coordinated Baltimore’s defense (four interceptions), but produced 255 yards and three touchdowns with no turnovers and no sacks in the 49ers’ win at Seattle last month.Cam Inman, The Mercury News, 16 Nov. 2024
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Latin music icon Marc Anthony performed and executive produced a special segment with salsa great Sergio George to pay homage to the tropical music genre.Nicole Acevedo, NBC News, 15 Nov. 2024
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“Bring on.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bring%20on. Accessed 24 Nov. 2024.
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