Definition of Originate

to occur or begin

Examples of Originate in a sentence

Did Gina originate the rumor after Kate kissed her boyfriend?  🔊

The sounds appear to originate from my noisy neighbor’s house.  🔊

According to the author, his stories originate from his childhood memories.  🔊

The outgoing celebrity is always the first to originate a fashion trend.  🔊

Many people can imitate, but there are few who can originate a new concept.  🔊

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