1
as in to create
to be the cause of (a situation, action, or state of mind)
hopefully, the new approach to fighting substance abuse will produce better results
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2
as in to deliver
to bring forth from the womb
rabbits can potentially produce many offspring at once
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3
as in to make
to bring into being by combining, shaping, or transforming materials
a factory producing steel
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4
as in to display
to present so as to invite notice or attention
he produced his brand-new driver's license at every possible opportunity
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as in production
something produced by physical or intellectual effort
a book that was the produce of a lifetime of study on the subject
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Recent Examples of produce
Drew Vonscio, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 May 2025
Hailstones, which can break windows, tear off siding and dent and even puncture roofing material, account for between half and 80% of homeowner insurance claims annually from severe convective storms — thunderstorms that can produce hail and tornadoes — according to St. George.
—Michael Copley, NPR, 23 May 2025
Taylor Crumpton, Time, 22 May 2025
This one will be open on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., also through October, and will feature produce, baked goods, food and drink and live music.
—Janet Kusterer, Baltimore Sun, 21 May 2025
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Verb
Schwarber has produced 17 home runs this season for the Phillies, and nine of them have came against lefties.
—Drew Vonscio, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 May 2025
Hailstones, which can break windows, tear off siding and dent and even puncture roofing material, account for between half and 80% of homeowner insurance claims annually from severe convective storms — thunderstorms that can produce hail and tornadoes — according to St. George.
—Michael Copley, NPR, 23 May 2025
Noun
The produce demands a picnic in the park with a sandwich to be eaten alongside chips and a pickle.
—Taylor Crumpton, Time, 22 May 2025
This one will be open on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., also through October, and will feature produce, baked goods, food and drink and live music.
—Janet Kusterer, Baltimore Sun, 21 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for produce
Verb
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Ronaldo’s post on social media on Monday, when Al Nassr played the final match of their season, then created more conversation.—
Anantaajith Raghuraman,
New York Times,
28 May 2025
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Defense created easy offense and in the halfcourt, the ball skipped around.—
Fiifi Frimpong,
New York Daily News,
28 May 2025
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This novel juggles a lot, but Golden directs it all with the confidence and flair of a seasoned orchestra conductor to deliver another outstanding read.—
Gabino Iglesias,
New York Times,
30 May 2025
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Satellites can now deliver frequent, high-resolution (30 cm) imagery, enhanced with change detection algorithms.—
Abhishek Singh,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
Verb
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Corporate earnings Shares of UnitedHealth closed down 5.1% after reports that the company made secret payments to nursing homes to reduce hospital transfers.—
Andrea Riquier,
USA Today,
22 May 2025
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The brand makes our favorite down comforter, the best budget bamboo sheets, and the best affordable linen sheets.—
Louryn Strampe,
Wired News,
22 May 2025
Verb
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Like Leads and Contacts, Insightly displays Opportunities in a table by default.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
20 May 2025
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Good objects to display include small paintings, pottery, baskets, seashells, or a framed postcard.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
20 May 2025
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The feature is from production companies Sandbox Films, Protozoa Pictures, Planet Octopus Studios, and Spring Films.—
Samantha Bergeson,
IndieWire,
30 May 2025
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Replacing the struggling Wade with the scorching hot O'Hearn could provide not only an instant spark, but constant production in the Giants lineup for the remainder of the season.—
Andrew Wright,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 May 2025
Verb
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That research also generated more than $94.5 billion in new economic activity nationwide, according to United for Medical Research, a coalition of research groups and advocates.—
Katheryn Houghton,
NPR,
26 May 2025
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In the fifth, the Dodgers generated their best chance against Senga … only for the right-hander to induce a two-out grounder from Smith that ended the threat.—
Jack Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
26 May 2025
Verb
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Billy has had an illustrious career over the years.—
Nicholas Rice,
People.com,
25 May 2025
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As symbols of Floyd’s place in history have faded, so too have hopes for federal police reform, commitments to diversity, equity and inclusion and American optimism about the future of racial justice.—
N'dea Yancey-Bragg,
USA Today,
25 May 2025
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The economic system aims to keep products and materials in use for as long as possible, by, for example, increasing the lifespan of things that are manufactured, and/or reducing waste.—
Simon Mainwaring,
Forbes.com,
21 May 2025
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Making its European debut next week at the Eurobike show, the Convoy is manufactured by British startup Micro Mobility Labs.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
21 May 2025
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“Produce.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/produce. Accessed 2 Jun. 2025.
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