as in suitable
meeting the requirements of a purpose or situation
that's a particularly becoming dress for the dance
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as in growing
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 becoming
The Denver Post, 16 Nov. 2024
Expand your mind and energize your body and soul by taking a leap of faith, engaging in spiritual awareness and becoming more in tune with nature and the universe.
—Eugenia Last, The Mercury News, 16 Nov. 2024
Support our high school sports coverage by becoming a digital subscriber.
—Ocvarsity Sports Staff, Orange County Register, 15 Nov. 2024
Cannabis is becoming more mainstream and and the side effects are doing even better than expected.
—Tribune Content Agency, The Mercury News, 14 Nov. 2024
The company expects to require additional funding to continue its operations until becoming profitable.
—Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
Smoking is associated with roughly twice the risk of dying or becoming seriously disabled after a stroke.
—Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 14 Nov. 2024
Among those who did have a stroke, about 4,850 had a severe stroke, which the study defined as becoming unable to walk or attend to daily tasks like eating or getting dressed without aid, up to death.
—Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 14 Nov. 2024
Smotrich has drawn controversy since becoming part of Netanyahu's hard-line coalition government in 2022.
—Freddie Clayton, NBC News, 12 Nov. 2024
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Colorado wildfires are becoming more extreme, and fire officials must seek new and better ways to prevent and fight them.
—The Denver Post, 16 Nov. 2024
Expand your mind and energize your body and soul by taking a leap of faith, engaging in spiritual awareness and becoming more in tune with nature and the universe.
—Eugenia Last, The Mercury News, 16 Nov. 2024
Support our high school sports coverage by becoming a digital subscriber.
—Ocvarsity Sports Staff, Orange County Register, 15 Nov. 2024
Cannabis is becoming more mainstream and and the side effects are doing even better than expected.
—Tribune Content Agency, The Mercury News, 14 Nov. 2024
The company expects to require additional funding to continue its operations until becoming profitable.
—Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
Smoking is associated with roughly twice the risk of dying or becoming seriously disabled after a stroke.
—Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 14 Nov. 2024
Among those who did have a stroke, about 4,850 had a severe stroke, which the study defined as becoming unable to walk or attend to daily tasks like eating or getting dressed without aid, up to death.
—Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 14 Nov. 2024
Smotrich has drawn controversy since becoming part of Netanyahu's hard-line coalition government in 2022.
—Freddie Clayton, NBC News, 12 Nov. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for becoming
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Cartwright recommends glass or BPA-free plastic receptacles, which are suitable for both refrigeration and reheating.Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 23 Nov. 2024
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Responses are for informational purposes only and individuals should consider whether any general recommendation in these responses are suitable for their particular circumstances based on investment objectives, financial situation and needs.Amy Wagner and Steve Hruby, The Enquirer, 22 Nov. 2024
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However, this research adds to a growing body of work exploring innovative treatments to improve healing from severe skin wounds.Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 4 Oct. 2024
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The share of vacancies filled by people who don't meet the state's standard teacher requirements has been growing.Lorenzino Estrada, The Arizona Republic, 4 Oct. 2024
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However, progressive organizations are learning to embrace and enable it while maintaining appropriate controls.Bernard Marr, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
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New polling data by British research and data analytics firm YouGov found that 53 percent of respondents thought a permanent display about Great Britain’s role in the trade of slaves from Africa would be appropriate at the British Museum.Karen K. Ho, ARTnews.com, 21 Nov. 2024
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William became Colonel of the Welsh Guards in 2023, a fitting role as King Charles named him the Prince of Wales following his accession, the traditional title for the heir to the British throne.Simon Perry, People.com, 26 Nov. 2024
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What’s also fitting is that the word has become a favorite diss in the rap world, the musical genre that has helped pioneer what mediocrity means today.Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 26 Nov. 2024
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Over the course of the four-hour training, people learn how to identify the signs, ask the right questions, be the most active listener and direct those in crisis to the proper resources to help keep them safe.Steven Martinez, Journal Sentinel, 21 Nov. 2024
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But not having proper documentation can bring serious consequences.Trisha Mukherjee, ABC News, 21 Nov. 2024
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Looking ahead, the market for music catalogs shows signs of stability and potential growth, with projections indicating steady multiples in the coming years.Kori Hale, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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The strike came at the peak of the holiday season at the ports, which handle about half the cargo from ships coming into and out of the United States.Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 4 Oct. 2024
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Customers can pick the right shape, style, and fit for both their tops and bottoms.Molly Peck, USA TODAY, 27 Nov. 2024
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Prototype projects: Engage in workshops to assess the partner’s productivity, cultural fit, technical skills and potential hidden costs.Stoyan Mitov, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
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Try slouchy or slim-fit designs tucked under midi hemlines, from skirts to dresses, and wider shafts with fitted or straight-leg jeans tucked in.Laura Lajiness Kaupke, Vogue, 1 Oct. 2024
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Play with proportion by pairing it with a fitted miniskirt, or give it a baggy-on-baggy look with wide-leg jeans.Jamie Allison Sanders, Peoplemag, 26 Sep. 2024
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“Becoming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/becoming. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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