originate

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These rare steroid molecules appeared to originate from ancient sea sponges.

From Science Daily

Much of the growth came from the sale of newly originated leases to a third party, a new tactic for the company.

From Barron's

The three doctors had attended a séance at the Phelps House and noticed that the rapping sounds seemed to originate closer to Maggie.

From Literature

In some cases these fees are justified and align management with investors — originating and managing private investments is inherently more time-consuming than trading stocks or bonds.

From MarketWatch

It consists of three identical satellites that measure magnetic signals originating from Earth's core, mantle, crust, and oceans, along with contributions from the ionosphere and magnetosphere.

From Science Daily