derive
verb (used with object)
to receive or obtain from a source or origin (usually followed byfrom ).
deriving
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present participleof derive.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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A year ago, 13% of S&P 500 index constituents noted benefits deriving from AI adoption.
From MarketWatch ● Apr. 27, 2026
The chip maker is a major player in auto semiconductors, deriving around 55% to 60% of its revenue from the auto end market.
From Barron's ● Apr. 17, 2026
Meece said the city’s various appeals were aimed at deriving accurate maps.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 19, 2025
The imagery which depicted gods, goddesses, supreme preachers and enlightened souls of three ancient religions - Hinduism, Buddhism and Jainism - was reimagined from symbolic to more recognisably deriving from human form.
From BBC ● Jun. 20, 2025
I asked, terrified at the unexpected sound, and incapable now of deriving from any occurrence a hope of aid.
From "Jane Eyre" by Charlotte Brontë
