begat

Example Sentences

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“Survivor” begat “The Apprentice,” sharing an executive producer in Mark Burnett.

From Salon • May 31, 2025

He expanded his herd further that year, adding Beatrice and Benito, who begat Mellie.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 26, 2024

But that broken leg also begat the greatest comeback in NFL history and led to one of the gifts Smith gave Washington football fans — a rare Thanksgiving Day win over the Dallas Cowboys.

From Washington Times • Nov. 22, 2023

Buffett and his music — and the empire they begat — became pivotal figures in that claiming and invention.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 3, 2023

“No. I’ll begat my rope. You don’t git things. You begat things.”

From "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn" by Betty Smith