attributing

"Fry the onions until they brown."

"The reason for my late arrival was a flat tire. "

"My friend told me there was something in the box, but I didn't know what it was yet. "

"One may ascribe these problems to the federal government; however, at this stage it is unclear what caused them."

"Do you need a gift for that special someone?"

"The scientists attributed the sudden increase in rainfall to climate change. "

"Growth was dampened by a softening of the global economy in 2001, but picked up in the subsequent years due to strong growth in China."

"The student's careful research and original writing clearly demonstrated his authorship of the essay. "

"My brother is my associate in the family business. "

"The gardener used fertilizer to help the flowers in the garden grow bigger and stronger. "

"The scientist studied the effects of different types of soil on plant growth. "

"My ownership of the bicycle means I am responsible for its upkeep and safety. "