originate in

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

From Slate • Apr. 18, 2026

Around 4% and 12%, respectively, of the banks’ pretax profits originate in the region, the analysts calculate.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 2026

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

From Salon • Nov. 23, 2025

The algae originate in the Sargasso Sea east of Florida.

From Science Daily • Nov. 19, 2025

“They are said to originate in the city of Prague,” said the consul.

From "The Golden Compass" by Philip Pullman