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attribute

[uh-trib-yoot, a-truh-byoot] / əˈtrɪb jut, ˈæ trəˌbjut /




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Klein also points out that despite the uptick in bond yields that many commentators attribute to unsustainable fiscal deficits has caused “so far zero evidence of any looming slowdown in U.S. economic data.”

From MarketWatch Sep. 1, 2026

Some attribute the recent emphasis on protein intake to the rise of GLP-1 medications, which often decrease appetite and make it challenging to eat enough protein to preserve lean muscle mass during weight loss.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 22, 2026

Sales at nonstore retailers fell by 2.2%, which many analysts attribute to Amazon holding its Prime Day sales event in June instead of July.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 14, 2026

Sri Lanka's health authorities attribute the surge in dengue infections to a cyclone that tore through the island last December, scattering debris that have turned into new breeding grounds for mosquitoes.

From BBC Jul. 23, 2026

It can’t be the only attribute an actor brings to a role, but it doesn’t hurt.

From "Drama High" by Michael Sokolove

But if they could identify prospects with attributes that specifically suited coach Sean McVay’s playbook, then it would be enough.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 28, 2026

Mr. Wells pressed on, in a peculiar flow state that Mr. St. George says he attributes to alien intervention, the result of an earlier contact with a mysterious light in the sky.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 28, 2026

It means that, along with England's Kobbie Mainoo, United now have a spread of different attributes across their four-man midfield, three of whom are 22 or younger.

From BBC Aug. 25, 2026

The trade group attributes the rise to organized criminal networks.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 19, 2026

Many simple children’s games actually carry complex musical attributes.

From "Music and the Child" by Natalie Sarrazin

At least part of Chicago’s upgraded offensive attack can be attributed to the acquisition of Japanese first baseman Munetaka Murakami, who entered Tuesday with 29 homers.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 1, 2026

However, 10 people contacted by The Chronicle said they had not written the letters attributed to them.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 28, 2026

The leaks are attributed to an account with the pseudonym Cyberleek, whose author or authors claim to be acting to expose the industry's business practices.

From Barron's Aug. 27, 2026

Much of that universal appeal has been attributed to Parton's steadfast refusal to weigh into politics, for fear of alienating her fans.

From BBC Aug. 26, 2026

At this point, I still attributed much of my progression and success to my years working with Akhi, but I was disappointed by how disconnected we had become.

From "Proud" by Ibtihaj Muhammad

But he felt out of place at home, attributing his desire to leave Germany to his country’s “tall-poppy” syndrome—the idea that successful people get criticized and cut down.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 26, 2026

While Netflix does not offer a free service, the streaming giant in October 2022 began offering a lower-priced ad-supported option, later attributing the offering with a boost in subscription counts.

From Barron's Aug. 5, 2026

“The money lies in the RBIs,” Kent said while attributing that quote to Lasorda during his speech.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 26, 2026

In San Francisco, pending sales of luxury homes rose nearly 46% year over year, Redfin said, attributing the increase to the boom in artificial intelligence.

From MarketWatch Jul. 9, 2026

Otis had praised Pollard in print since his initial condemnation of his ride in the Santa Anita Handicap, even suggesting that he may have been wrong in attributing the loss to the jockey.

From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand




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