Example: Loud noise can give rise to complaints from neighbors.
Definition
"To give rise to" means to cause or bring about a particular result or situation. It refers to actions or events that lead to the emergence or development of something, such as how loud noise can give rise to complaints from neighbors.
The phrase "to give rise to" originates from the combination of the verb 'give,' meaning to produce or cause, and the noun 'rise,' which refers to an upward movement or increase. Together, they express the idea of causing something to begin or emerge. Did you know? The word 'rise' comes from Old English 'rīsan,' meaning to get up or ascend.
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"To give rise to" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - Idioms and Proverbs - (B2) - set 1", containing 103 commonly used expressions.
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