occasioning

verb

Definition of occasioningnext
present participle of occasion
as in causing
to be the cause of (a situation, action, or state of mind) the announcement concerning the change in scheduling occasioned much confusion

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for occasioning
  1. creating
  2. generating
  3. bringing
Verb
  • Ironically, the clean-energy movement is creating a way for businesses to get off the energy inflation train.
    Tracy Price, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Shift your focus from gathering ideas to creating an actionable plan, one that encourages real outcomes.
    Shay Levister, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of creating
Verb
  • In Europe, the hospitality sector accounts for 12% of non-residential building energy consumption, with traditional hotels typically generating up to 40kg of CO2 per room per night.
    Christopher Marquis, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Campaigns that show a company cares about issues beyond its bottom line serve a dual purpose of generating positive public perception while increasing customer loyalty and sales.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of generating
Verb
  • Many Syrians, both at home and abroad, have been overcome by shock and jubilation at the news that President Bashar al-Assad fled the country — bringing an end to more than 50 years of brutal rule by him and his family.
    Juliana Kim, NPR, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Our manufacturing workforce is incredibly experienced—and a new generation of workers is bringing the STEM skills, digital savvy and creativity needed to unlock future growth.
    Chris Turlica, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of bringing
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