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develop |
to bring into being or operation; generate. [1/7 definitions] |
energy |
Energy is power or heat that comes from sources such as the sun, wind, moving water, natural gas, or oil. Energy from these and other sources can be used to generate electricity or give power to cars. Humans use energy to stay warm, cook, produce light, and make things move or operate. [1/3 definitions] |
generate |
When something is generated, it is made or produced. Your body is warm because your body generates heat. People can generate electricity by using the power of things like windmills, waterfalls, or the sun. |
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