has exercised the skill of … scholars and given rise to an enormous body of literature — Edward Clodd
a watershed that gives rise to two large river systems — American Guide Series: New Hampshire
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give rise to
To cause, bring about
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Main Entry: ↑rise
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cause or induce to happen
decisions which give rise to arguments
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Main Entry: ↑give
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give rise to
: to cause or produce (something)
His strange behavior gave rise to rumors about his health.
The recent increase in prices has given rise to concerns about inflation.
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Main Entry: ↑rise
Useful english dictionary. 2012.