attribute
Example Sentences
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Treasuries aren’t as dull as they seem, and they have attributes—liquidity, security, and some tax benefits—favorable to income-seeking investors.
From Barron's
Researchers attribute part of this disparity to social and structural factors, including unequal access to health care, differences in educational opportunities, and known biases in cognitive testing.
From Science Daily
There were 28 days without any crossings from 15 November to 12 December, which some observers attributed to strong winds in the Channel.
From BBC
The entire increase was attributed to individuals classified as having anthropometric-only obesity.
From Science Daily
A report in the Times said the national Dutch police force was "surprised" by some of the claims attributed to Dutch law enforcement by their British counterparts.
From BBC
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