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as in evolving
to gradually become clearer or more detailed
as the story of the bombing developed, the scope of the tragedy became more apparent
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as in acquiring
to come to have gradually
the youngster developed a taste for green olives
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as in growing
to become mature
the wine is developing nicely in the new oak barrels
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as in expanding
to express more fully and in greater detail
marketing people developed the initial idea into a complete promotional campaign
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as in forging
to produce or bring about especially by long or repeated effort
outside consultants helped the company develop an effective marketing strategy
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Recent Examples of developing
The developing eye benefits from the brighter, more varied light and focusing that outdoors requires.
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John La Puma, Oc Register, 26 Mar. 2026
An ultrasound confirmed that Amelie is developing eggs, giving researchers another reason to track her movements.
—CBS News, 26 Mar. 2026
The strategy behind the challenge As coaches grow more accustomed to challenges, teams are developing strategies to maximize them.
—Maura Carey, Chicago Tribune, 26 Mar. 2026
For catalog advertisers, the company is developing tools that automatically transform product catalogs into immersive video ads.
—Todd Spangler, Variety, 26 Mar. 2026
Perhaps, Mott said, his cautious training style played a role, as well as his reputation early in his career for developing top turf horses.
—Clark Spencer, Miami Herald, 26 Mar. 2026
This is a developing story and may be updated.
—Lauren Penington, Denver Post, 26 Mar. 2026
It’s been three years since Daniels swept the 2023 Oscars with their A24 pic Everything Everywhere All at Once, with a lot of time spent developing this secret project that was set up at Universal in 2024.
—Justin Kroll, Deadline, 26 Mar. 2026
So let’s look at the bonus side of this situation, the high-upside reward of developing Robinson, Grant and Savaiinaea.
—Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 26 Mar. 2026
John La Puma, Oc Register, 26 Mar. 2026
An ultrasound confirmed that Amelie is developing eggs, giving researchers another reason to track her movements.
—CBS News, 26 Mar. 2026
The strategy behind the challenge As coaches grow more accustomed to challenges, teams are developing strategies to maximize them.
—Maura Carey, Chicago Tribune, 26 Mar. 2026
For catalog advertisers, the company is developing tools that automatically transform product catalogs into immersive video ads.
—Todd Spangler, Variety, 26 Mar. 2026
Perhaps, Mott said, his cautious training style played a role, as well as his reputation early in his career for developing top turf horses.
—Clark Spencer, Miami Herald, 26 Mar. 2026
This is a developing story and may be updated.
—Lauren Penington, Denver Post, 26 Mar. 2026
It’s been three years since Daniels swept the 2023 Oscars with their A24 pic Everything Everywhere All at Once, with a lot of time spent developing this secret project that was set up at Universal in 2024.
—Justin Kroll, Deadline, 26 Mar. 2026
So let’s look at the bonus side of this situation, the high-upside reward of developing Robinson, Grant and Savaiinaea.
—Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 26 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for developing
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Tucked in between the historic Sistrunk neighborhood, the still under-construction FAT Village development and Flagler Village, a neighborhood popular with young people and families, Thrive is meant to cater to downtown Fort Lauderdale’s evolving demographics.—
Amanda Rosa,
Miami Herald,
25 Mar. 2026
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This rapid timeline shows how defense companies are trying to respond faster to evolving threats rather than relying on slower traditional acquisition cycles.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
25 Mar. 2026
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Browning said acquiring the property had been a 10-year pursuit for the company, which also operates locations in Auburn and Lincoln.—
Nicole Buss,
Sacbee.com,
21 Mar. 2026
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The Texas Rangers had an active offseason, acquiring All-Star lefty MacKenzie Gore and swapping Marcus Semien for new outfielder Brandon Nimmo.—
Mac Cerullo,
Boston Herald,
21 Mar. 2026
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Cases similar to Lewis's are adding to the growing debate about the constitutionality of a geofence warrant.—
Ubah Ali,
CBS News,
24 Mar. 2026
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Add Rowan County to the growing list of communities around the Charlotte region where neighbors are fighting against massive data centers coming to town.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
24 Mar. 2026
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The scandal is now expanding into an international investigation, placing Miami at the center of a complex web of shell companies, offshore transfers and opaque financial flows.—
Antonio MarÃa Delgado,
Miami Herald,
27 Mar. 2026
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The rollout will start in Charlotte before expanding to Chicago and Milwaukee.—
Chase Jordan
March 27,
Charlotte Observer,
27 Mar. 2026
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Nevertheless, developers are forging ahead, and one of the more successful VR studios is Owlchemy Labs.—
Gieson Cacho,
Mercury News,
26 Mar. 2026
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There was SimAnt in 1991, which involves tunneling out the chambers of an anthill, forging insect alliances and attacking enemies.—
Eric Boodman,
Vulture,
25 Mar. 2026
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Sarah Marlow, global head of fertiliser pricing at Argus, agreed that the unfolding crisis in the Middle East would have a bigger impact on the fertilizer trade than the Russia-Ukraine war.—
Chloe Taylor,Sam Meredith,
CNBC,
25 Mar. 2026
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As China’s fashion market recovers, that momentum is unfolding against a shifting backdrop.—
Yiling Pan,
Vogue,
24 Mar. 2026
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Athletes today communicate directly with fans through a variety of digital platforms, often cultivating personal brands where their cultural influence extends well beyond the formal marketing strategies of their teams or leagues.—
Rick Burton,
Sportico.com,
21 Mar. 2026
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Artists Equity is unveiling its Writers’ Room program, an in-house development initiative focused on cultivating original screenplays.—
Angelique Jackson,
Variety,
19 Mar. 2026
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And yes, despite his agent saying Crosby is progressing in his rehab from knee surgery, his long-term health is a question mark.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
17 Mar. 2026
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The Kings said Murray is progressing in his recovery after missing the past seven games with a left ankle sprain, but he has not been cleared to return.—
Jason Anderson,
Sacbee.com,
14 Mar. 2026
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