originate in

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These marks can originate in either sperm or egg cells and are passed to offspring.

From Science Daily • Jun. 1, 2026

Because all dystonias originate in the brain, treatments are challenging.

From Slate • Apr. 18, 2026

ING estimates that around one-third of all new molecules that are in global pipelines originate in China, compared with 4% 12 years ago.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

Contrary to popular belief, it doesn’t originate in railroad slang.

From Salon • Nov. 23, 2025

The flight to Addis Ababa would originate in Dar es Salaam.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela