as in to create
to be the cause of (a situation, action, or state of mind)
the ice storm caused a massive power outage
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as in reason
someone or something responsible for a result
the much-debated causes of the war
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as in movement
a series of activities undertaken to achieve a goal
joined the freedom fighters' cause as a young man
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Recent Examples of cause
Bill Chappell, NPR, 10 Jan. 2025
Just something to cause the vegetation to turn green.
—Rob Nikolewski, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Jan. 2025
Antonio Pequeño Iv, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025
Rinder previously shared in a June 2023 blog post that he'd been diagnosed with advanced esophageal cancer, but no cause of death has been given.
—Charna Flam, People.com, 8 Jan. 2025
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Phos-Chek doesn't include any substances flagged by California's Proposition 65 list of materials that are known to cause cancer and other harms, according to its maker.
—Bill Chappell, NPR, 10 Jan. 2025
Just something to cause the vegetation to turn green.
—Rob Nikolewski, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Jan. 2025
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Cal Fire is still investigating the specific causes for each of the fires blazing in Los Angeles County.
—Antonio Pequeño Iv, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025
Rinder previously shared in a June 2023 blog post that he'd been diagnosed with advanced esophageal cancer, but no cause of death has been given.
—Charna Flam, People.com, 8 Jan. 2025
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Digital twins are virtual replicas of physical products, created by inputting text and photos that get converted into images.David Moin, WWD, 15 Jan. 2025
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Rolls-Royce was asked to fulfil this order and created a single limousine for the Royal Mews – the same vehicle is said to still be in operation up to the present day.Trinity Francis, Forbes, 15 Jan. 2025
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One potential reason for the unexpected extent of sinking identified in the study are vibrations from construction of new adjacent buildings, as high-rises stand on pilings that are often driven 100 to 200 feet into the ground.Denise Hruby, Miami Herald, 14 Jan. 2025
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Feeling Letdown After Holidays Or Vacations There are many reasons that someone might feel let down after undertaking a holiday or vacation.Lance Eliot, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025
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Exposure to different movements helps prevent injury and increases range of motion.Amanda Schupak, New York Times, 13 Jan. 2025
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Andrews constantly checked his form, every movement accompanied by a directive.Ben Bolch, Los Angeles Times, 12 Jan. 2025
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Fox News' Health newsletter brings you stories on the latest developments in health care, wellness, diseases, mental health and more.Fox News Staff, Fox News, 9 Jan. 2025
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The boat was spotted off the island of Lanzarote on Monday as Spain marked the Epiphany holiday, also known as Three Kings Day, meant to honor the day the three wise men brought gifts to the baby Jesus, rescuers said.Chantal Da Silva, NBC News, 9 Jan. 2025
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The potential for these laws to yield meaningful change will be shaped by their ability to address underlying social determinants and foster safer communities.John Mac Ghlionn, Newsweek, 14 Jan. 2025
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Investing in education that emphasizes health equity — addressing the social determinants of health, recognizing disparities, and fostering cultural competence — not only empowers nurses but also improves patient outcomes and the vibrancy of our communities.Ann Marie P. Mauro, New York Daily News, 11 Jan. 2025
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Email campaigns highlighting the dual benefits—rewards for both the referrer and the new customer—can motivate participation.Florence Chikezie, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025
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The Trump team’s efforts to crush dissent range from public-media campaigns targeting vulnerable senators in conservative states (and paid for by unelected billionaires) to more underhanded tactics aimed at intimidating and discrediting potentially hostile witnesses.Jane Mayer, The New Yorker, 14 Jan. 2025
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Additionally, the government could also lose substantial tax revenue, as the social media app generated $5.3 billion in taxes in 2023.Jack Kelly, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025
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Flows generated over longer periods could be accompanied by root decay and loss of soil strength, according to the USGS.Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 14 Jan. 2025
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Still, there remains disagreement among researchers about whether macroscopic, agent-level causation can emerge in complex systems.Philip Ball, WIRED, 21 July 2024
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Although science is not yet able to determine direct causation between air purifiers and health benefits, experts say consumers should feel confident that using an air purifier is a practical – and healthy – choice.Deidre McPhillips, CNN, 13 Dec. 2024
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“Cause.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cause. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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