- present tense form of generate (3rd person singular).
generates
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A small coastguard ship made an initial attempt using an electrical deterrence device, which generates a weak current that sharks avoid.
From BBC ● Oct. 24, 2026
The company has produced more than 250 specials and estimates it currently generates just under $10 million annually in gross profits.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 20, 2026
Capital expenditure, or capex, by one company generates revenue for other companies.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 18, 2026
"At high speeds underwater, a torpedo generates significant noise, making it easier to detect," Yang said.
From Barron's ● Oct. 17, 2026
One of the most encouraging developments has come out of Australia, where renewable energy now generates enough power to run 70 percent of Australian homes.
From "1919 The Year That Changed America" by Martin W. Sandler
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