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originate
'originate' - used as a verb
1. come into existence; take on form or shape
A new religious movement originated in that country
2. bring into being
3. begin a trip at a certain point, as of a plane, train, bus, etc.
The flight originates in Calcutta

derived forms
1. Originate / Past
originated
2. Originate / Third Person
originates
3. Originate / Present Participle
originating
Variations of 'originate'
 
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