Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Showing results for be caused. Search instead for brutpausen.

be caused

VERB
stem
Synonyms
STRONGEST
arise derive emanate
STRONG
develop flow head issue originate proceed rise spring
WEAK
be bred be brought about be generated
Antonyms
STRONG
cease decrease end halt lessen repress stop
WEAK
abet aid cause encourage help
VERB
upspring
Synonyms
WEAK
arise be bred be brought about be generated come derive develop emanate flow head issue originate proceed rise spring

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

But inflation can also be caused by the scarcity of commodities.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 18, 2026

"That could be caused by the two planets spiraling closer and closer to each other," Tzanidakis said.

From Science Daily • Mar. 11, 2026

But Dr Alvin Mondoh, a Kenyan weight-management specialist, says "people still do need help" through medical intervention, as weight gain can be caused "by factors beyond your control".

From BBC • Mar. 7, 2026

Injury can be caused by being hit in the head by a thrown or struck object.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 12, 2026

In 1775 Sir Percivall Pott declared that the scrotal cancer so common among chimney sweeps must be caused by the soot that accumulated on their bodies.

From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson