research and development
noun
: studies and tests that are done in order to design new or improved products
The company has a large budget for research and development.
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Many are expected to exit as research and development costs put a strain on carmakers.
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John Liu, CNN Money, 2 Apr. 2025
Though its exterior was disguised by camouflage and the interior bare bones, the drive experience was indicative of what customers can expect from the vehicle, albeit very early in the research and development testing phase with much equipment and system honing still ahead.
—Ron Estes, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2025
Related Stories The Department of Defense (DoD) has indeed funneled funds into optimizing military footwear in recent years, and much of that money has gone to research and development for advanced wearable technologies and performance fabrications.
—Kate Nishimura, Sourcing Journal, 31 Mar. 2025
China Automotive Systems highlighted its strategic focus on expanding both domestic and international markets, emphasizing brand recognition, quality control, cost efficiency, research and development, and strategic acquisitions.
—Quartz Intelligence Newsroom, Quartz, 28 Mar. 2025
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John Liu, CNN Money, 2 Apr. 2025
Though its exterior was disguised by camouflage and the interior bare bones, the drive experience was indicative of what customers can expect from the vehicle, albeit very early in the research and development testing phase with much equipment and system honing still ahead.
—Ron Estes, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2025
Related Stories The Department of Defense (DoD) has indeed funneled funds into optimizing military footwear in recent years, and much of that money has gone to research and development for advanced wearable technologies and performance fabrications.
—Kate Nishimura, Sourcing Journal, 31 Mar. 2025
China Automotive Systems highlighted its strategic focus on expanding both domestic and international markets, emphasizing brand recognition, quality control, cost efficiency, research and development, and strategic acquisitions.
—Quartz Intelligence Newsroom, Quartz, 28 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for research and development
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“Research and development.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/research%20and%20development. Accessed 15 Apr. 2025.
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