spawn
noun
the mass of eggs deposited by fishes, amphibians, mollusks, crustaceans, etc.
has spawned
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present perfectof spawn (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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A boom in artificial intelligence has spawned the building of large data centers, while a rising stock market has increased demand for financial advice.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 2, 2026
Yet no issue has animated locals quite like the Quidnessett seawall, which has spawned tense hearings, lawsuits, countersuits, investigations and a boycott.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 8, 2026
The three-story residence has spawned a variety of scandals over the years.
From Salon ● May 29, 2026
The franchise has spawned many spinoffs including Netflix’s “CoComelon Lane.”
From Los Angeles Times ● May 7, 2026
In the same way, the old Nantucket Yacht Club has spawned a rival, the Great Harbor Yacht Club.
From "Class Matters" by The New York Times
