as in grows
to eventually have as a state or quality
many people became sick with the flu with the arrival of autumn the days become crisper and breezier
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Recent Examples of becomes
For existing contracts, reviewing Force Majeure clauses becomes crucial.
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Ian Shepherd, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
Kentucky becomes the latest state to legalize medical marijuana and several states, including Delaware, tighten gun control.
—Acacia Squires, NPR, 31 Dec. 2024
In times of uncertainty, distinguishing between reliable information and speculation becomes crucial.
—Ian Shepherd, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
Wicked tells the origin story of Elphaba, the green outcast who becomes the Wicked Witch, and her friendship with Glinda, who eventually becomes the Good Witch of the South.
—Monica Mercuri, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
To activate it, mix the crystals with water in the palm of your hand until the mixture becomes a paste, then massage the treatment into the scalp.
—Jenny Berg, Allure, 31 Dec. 2024
The next chapter will explore the events leading up to The Wizard of Oz, including how Elphaba becomes the Wicked Witch of the West and how Glinda transforms into the Good Witch.
—Monica Mercuri, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
As more investors, institutions and nations adopt Bitcoin, its scarcity becomes more pronounced, potentially driving prices higher.
—Frank Holmes, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
In Colorado, the increasing homelessness among people in families with children also comes as the Denver housing market becomes increasingly unaffordable, according to the Common Sense Institute.
—Tom Joyce | The Center Square Contributor, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 30 Dec. 2024
Ian Shepherd, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
Kentucky becomes the latest state to legalize medical marijuana and several states, including Delaware, tighten gun control.
—Acacia Squires, NPR, 31 Dec. 2024
In times of uncertainty, distinguishing between reliable information and speculation becomes crucial.
—Ian Shepherd, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
Wicked tells the origin story of Elphaba, the green outcast who becomes the Wicked Witch, and her friendship with Glinda, who eventually becomes the Good Witch of the South.
—Monica Mercuri, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
To activate it, mix the crystals with water in the palm of your hand until the mixture becomes a paste, then massage the treatment into the scalp.
—Jenny Berg, Allure, 31 Dec. 2024
The next chapter will explore the events leading up to The Wizard of Oz, including how Elphaba becomes the Wicked Witch of the West and how Glinda transforms into the Good Witch.
—Monica Mercuri, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
As more investors, institutions and nations adopt Bitcoin, its scarcity becomes more pronounced, potentially driving prices higher.
—Frank Holmes, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
In Colorado, the increasing homelessness among people in families with children also comes as the Denver housing market becomes increasingly unaffordable, according to the Common Sense Institute.
—Tom Joyce | The Center Square Contributor, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 30 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for becomes
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However, there is a fundamental challenge in quantum computing space, as an increasing number of errors arise as the system grows in complexity with a higher number of qubits.Trefis Team, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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There isn't much that grows in the barren ground here, but Taleb points out fledgling mint, garlic and potato plants.Jane Arraf, NPR, 24 Dec. 2024
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As LaVine goes, so go the Bulls.Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 24 Dec. 2024
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That's as far as amount A goes.Tax Notes Staff, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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The vacation recap comes days after Lopez shared a video montage highlighting her 2024, which included red carpet appearances and musical performances.Ingrid Vasquez, People.com, 3 Jan. 2025
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Catie Dull Republicans are taking the first steps Friday to usher in a new era of full GOP control in Washington as Congress comes into session but the usually ceremonial process in the House is already bogged down in political infighting over who should be elected Speaker of the House.Deirdre Walsh, NPR, 3 Jan. 2025
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“Becomes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/becomes. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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