stemmed

[stemd] / stɛmd /

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come from v.
prevent, stop v.

VERB

come from

Synonyms

STRONGEST

arise derive emanate

STRONG

develop flow head issue originate proceed rise spring

WEAK

be bred be brought about be caused be generated

Antonyms

STRONG

cease decrease end halt lessen repress stop

WEAK

abet aid cause encourage help

VERB

prevent, stop

Synonyms

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contain curb hinder resist restrain withstand

STRONG

arrest check control dam oppose stay

WEAK

bring to a standstill hold back

Antonyms

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aid assist encourage help

STRONG

let go liberate release

WEAK

abet cause

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stemmed

The case stemmed from a broader legal dispute over the renaming of the cultural institution, which US law designates as a memorial to President John F Kennedy.

From BBC ● Aug. 13, 2026

Most of Donald Trump’s success in politics has stemmed from his reputation as a savvy dealmaker.

From Salon ● Aug. 7, 2026

The move stemmed from low use and a desire to avoid contributing to the AI problem, according to Roth.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 6, 2026

The charges against Flores stemmed from a June 8, 2025, protest in downtown L.A., where prosecutors said he “participated in a riot” on the Main Street overpass of the 101 Freeway.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 4, 2026

That Ptolemy’s legitimacy as ruler stemmed from Alexander’s, and the great man was a student of Aristotle, was yet another significant factor.

From "Circumference" by Nicholas Nicastro