generating

word · lemma: generate

Definition

Creating, producing, or causing something to exist or happen, especially energy, ideas, or data.

Usage & Nuances

Common in technical, academic, and business contexts ('generating electricity', 'generating ideas'). Usually refers to an active process. Rarely used informally—'making' or 'creating' are more casual.

Example Sentences

You’re generating a lot of interest with your new product.

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The website keeps generating different passwords for each user.

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The computer is generating a report.

basic

The power plant is generating electricity for the city.

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She is generating new ideas for the project.

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Our team is great at generating creative solutions on tight deadlines.

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