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The daring enterprise has engendered a host of grand theories about Mr. Trump’s strategic decision-making, the ideas behind it, and its implications.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 5, 2026

For some, this has engendered a sense of paralysis.

From MarketWatch • Oct. 21, 2025

“This new policy has engendered widespread anger across our community,” he said.

From Washington Times • Dec. 2, 2022

“Today, we will celebrate Salman for what has he endured, but even more importantly, because of what he has engendered — the stories, characters, metaphors and images he has given to the world.”

From Seattle Times • Aug. 19, 2022

Reggie has engendered respect, even from those who once fought him.

From "A Deadly Wandering: A Mystery, a Landmark Investigation, and the Astonishing Science of Attention in the Digital Age" by Matt Richtel