stem
Example Sentences
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Her anger and zeal, Theroux said, stemmed from the Scientology doctrine that “the future of humanity and civilization” is in the hands of its believers.
From Salon
The February PPI report doesn’t reflect the recent spike in oil prices stemming from the war in the Middle East.
From Barron's
According to the company, the refund stemmed from paying too much in tax in prior years.
All three indexes rebounded from steeper losses earlier in the day, stemming from a surge in oil prices.
From Barron's
Oil prices fell in Asia on Friday amid easing concerns over supply disruptions stemming from the Middle East conflict.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
