be caused
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The explosion, suspected to be caused by methane gas, tore through the mine near the capital of the resource-rich province of Balochistan on Thursday, sparking a rescue operation that ran through the night.
From Barron's ● Jul. 31, 2026
Instead, the increase in BMI seen between about ages 5 and 7 appears to be caused by the growth of muscle and other lean tissue.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 31, 2026
The fire, which originated on the first floor, was believed to be caused by electrical issues.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 30, 2026
A few oncologists suggested those might be caused by the human papillomavirus, or HPV, just as cervical and some other cancers are.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 10, 2026
Like the three doctors in Buffalo, the Burrs agreed that the alleged spirit rapping could be caused by cracking joints: knees, ankles, toes, or shoulders.
From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock
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