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as in establishing
to be responsible for the creation and early operation or use of
after retiring, he launched a small company devoted to making medical devices
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as in beginning
to take the first step in (a process or course of action)
she launched a career in journalism after quitting acting school
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as in throwing
to send through the air especially with a quick forward motion of the arm
infantrymen launching grenades at the nest of machine gunners
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Recent Examples of launching
This can lead to overwhelm and a case of analysis paralysis, which ultimately leads you down the downward spiral of procrastination and not launching any independent venture at all.
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Rachel Wells, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
An example is a tech startup that pivots from developing cutting-edge software to launching philanthropic initiatives.
—Cheryl Robinson, Forbes, 4 Jan. 2025
China has been launching them from the Atlantic from submarines for years, but this activity recently has picked up.
—Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 4 Jan. 2025
Bursts could potentially be produced by an event in the star's magnetic field itself, or the star could be launching some energetic material that subsequently produces an FRB at some distance from the star.
—John Timmer, Ars Technica, 3 Jan. 2025
This can be particularly impactful when launching a new product.
—Raul Handa, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
While the brand is launching with five powders, there’s more to come, according to Bennett, who hinted at additional formats down the line.
—Emily Burns, WWD, 3 Jan. 2025
Although the brand is launching direct-to-consumer, Bennett said brick-and-mortar retail will be crucial in the future.
—Emily Burns, WWD, 3 Jan. 2025
Here are new wellness resorts and experiences launching in 2025 that are all about indulging the senses and tending to your own mental and physical wellness.
—Tanya Benedicto Klich, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
Rachel Wells, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
An example is a tech startup that pivots from developing cutting-edge software to launching philanthropic initiatives.
—Cheryl Robinson, Forbes, 4 Jan. 2025
China has been launching them from the Atlantic from submarines for years, but this activity recently has picked up.
—Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 4 Jan. 2025
Bursts could potentially be produced by an event in the star's magnetic field itself, or the star could be launching some energetic material that subsequently produces an FRB at some distance from the star.
—John Timmer, Ars Technica, 3 Jan. 2025
This can be particularly impactful when launching a new product.
—Raul Handa, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
While the brand is launching with five powders, there’s more to come, according to Bennett, who hinted at additional formats down the line.
—Emily Burns, WWD, 3 Jan. 2025
Although the brand is launching direct-to-consumer, Bennett said brick-and-mortar retail will be crucial in the future.
—Emily Burns, WWD, 3 Jan. 2025
Here are new wellness resorts and experiences launching in 2025 that are all about indulging the senses and tending to your own mental and physical wellness.
—Tanya Benedicto Klich, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for launching
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By Daniella Gray Family and Parenting Reporter 1 With children as young as 6 months already establishing a digital footprint, parents who opt to keep their kids offline find themselves in the minority.—
Andy Biggs,
Newsweek,
25 Dec. 2024
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Leverage Cross-Functional AI Task Forces One of the most effective ways to align AI strategy with employee needs is by establishing cross-functional AI task forces.—
Kolawole Samuel Adebayo,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
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The academy also says that beginning in 2026, a main title theme must be used in at least half of eligible episodes to be considered for an Emmy.—
Rick Porter,
The Hollywood Reporter,
8 Jan. 2025
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Clothing makers will have to collect, transport, repair, sort, recycle and otherwise manage the end-of-life of their products beginning in 2030.—
Lewis Perkins,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 Jan. 2025
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Abigail Stuart, founding partner of Day One Strategy, with 20+ years in brand and market research, drives innovation and champions AI.—
Abigail Stuart,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
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Inspired by real events, the film is described as an epic fable about the founding leader of the Shaker Movement.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
5 Jan. 2025
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Amazon faced its largest labor action to date in the United States, with nearly 10,000 employees initiating a strike on Thursday at facilities across several major urban centers.—
Jack Kelly,
Forbes,
23 Dec. 2024
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This involves engaging proactively with followers—responding to comments, initiating conversations, implementing a direct messaging strategy and actively seeking leads.—
Tony Pec,
Forbes,
23 Dec. 2024
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The New Year is starting with a fresh warning for those who work with animals in Texas.—
Li Cohen,
CBS News,
6 Jan. 2025
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Murphy is term-limited, so the open-seat contest has attracted a cornucopia of candidates, starting with a crowded field of Democratic aspirants.—
Geoffrey Skelley,
ABC News,
6 Jan. 2025
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After three consecutive drives ended in a punt following Rodgers’ interception, the 41-year-old led the Jets down the field, tossing his first touchdown pass since Week 16 and the 500th of his career.—
C. Isaiah Smalls II,
Miami Herald,
6 Jan. 2025
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Before tossing them in the trash, check in with your local homeless shelter, food pantry, or other non-profit as these organizations often have need for travel-sized toiletries.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
3 Jan. 2025
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The actor Glen Powell was just behind her, introducing guests to Cyndy Powell, his mother.—
Jacob Bernstein,
New York Times,
6 Jan. 2025
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Qualcomm’s latest push into the PC market involves lowering the price of Windows laptops based on its CPUs by introducing a new, lower-end Snapdragon X processor.—
Michael Kan,
PCMAG,
6 Jan. 2025
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The nostalgic cruise, like all Princess Cruises, uses the company’s state of the art Medallion Class technology to make identification, service, and opening one’s cabin a simple and transparent process.—
Michael Goldstein,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
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Joe Choate, a former banker and experienced weekend sailor, smashed headfirst into a handrail, opening a bloody gash down his forehead.—
David Wolman,
Smithsonian Magazine,
8 Jan. 2025
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“Launching.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/launching. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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