contributed (to)

verb

past tense of contribute (to)
as in brought about

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  1. brought about
  2. caused
  3. brought on
  4. created
  5. generated
  6. effected
  7. brought
  8. induced
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  • These governments implemented large welfare programs that brought about severe fiscal deficits and deep economic recession.
    — Chris Roemer, Baltimore Sun, 21 Oct. 2026
  • Around the same time, fears of a smaller Chinese crop brought about by an exceptionally hot summer in Xinjiang were alleviated by stronger-than-expected yields.
    — SJ Guest Editorial, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of brought about
Verb
  • The actions of the first medical providers caused permanent injury, disfigurement and suffering, according to the lawsuit.
    — Zoey Thomas, Sun Sentinel, 29 Oct. 2026
  • Severe flooding in the Four Corners region, where the borders of New Mexico, Colorado, Arizona, and Utah meet, caused water levels to rise, and forced dramatic rooftop rescues and evacuations in late October.
    — Ava Berger, NPR, 29 Oct. 2026
Definition of caused
Verb
  • That neutralizes the threats brought on by Southeastern and other investors, including John Rogers’ Ariel Investments, which has pushed for a sale.
    — Rohan Goswami, semafor.com, 22 Oct. 2026
  • Tha God and Sara Bareilles delve into the complex web of emotions brought on by loss, and in the latest episode, country star Wynonna Judd opened up about her feelings about the death by suicide of her late mother and The Judds partner, Naomi Judd.
    — Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 22 Oct. 2026
Definition of brought on
Verb
  • In November 2021, crew members took shelter inside their spacecraft after a Russian anti-satellite weapons test created a dangerous cloud of debris.
    — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 25 Oct. 2026
  • The series, created by Marc Crehuet with Alejandra Guimerà, was co-penned by Crehuet with Carmen Marfá, Natalia Boadas and Serielizados co-founder Víctor Sala.
    — Annika Pham, Variety, 25 Oct. 2026
Definition of created
Verb
  • Butner slashed $30,000 off his asking price, but that generated only one offer, which fell through.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 26 Oct. 2026
  • The energy and enthusiasm at games at Gateway can be high, but nothing like the electricity generated in the past two games at State Farm Arena.
    — Rod Beard, AJC.com, 25 Oct. 2026
Definition of generated
Verb
  • Now, Sparks notices how older women are effected by seeing them on stage.
    — Courtney Devores, Charlotte Observer, 16 Oct. 2026
  • It's undoubtedly been an issue that has effected the black community more than any other in America.
    — Jon Root OutKick, FOXNews.com, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of effected
Verb
  • On the score, rookie cornerback Mansoor Delane had ideal coverage and the Chiefs brought eight on a blitz.
    — Blair Kerkhoff, Kansas City Star, 26 Oct. 2026
  • Wildfires brought them home But for Baltzor, this year is already addin' up tough.
    — Anna King, NPR, 25 Oct. 2026
Definition of brought
Verb
  • Cole Sulser came in for Tampa Bay and induced a 5-4 fielder’s choice, with a stellar play by Caminero to field the ball on a short-hop to end the threat and send the game to the 9th inning.
    — Kevin Dotson, CNN Money, 23 Oct. 2026
  • The Wayne State 2025 study also found that administering testosterone after injury reduced excessive cardiovascular reactivity induced by traumatic brain injury.
    — Samantha Agate, Kansas City Star, 19 Oct. 2026
Definition of induced
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