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
Fox News Staff, Fox News, 15 Mar. 2025
In November, Newsom had +550 odds of becoming the next president, according to SportsBettingDime, which amounts to a 15 percent chance.
—Mark Davis, Newsweek, 15 Mar. 2025
The sources described the relationship as not yet serious, but on its way to becoming so.
—Mark Davis, Newsweek, 15 Mar. 2025
After becoming a father and leaving college, Weeks was drafted into the NBA minor league and spent several years playing ball professionally overseas.
—J.m. Banks, Kansas City Star, 15 Mar. 2025
Ahead of his next Olympic run in 1988, Lewis took to the track wearing a yellow and blue bodysuit at the 1985 USA Outdoor Track and Field Championships, becoming the first runner to sport a bodysuit in competition.
—Justine Fisher, People.com, 15 Mar. 2025
The senior forward has played at Boise State since 2021, becoming a starter seven games into his freshman campaign.
—Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 15 Mar. 2025
Van Lith was also voted Newcomer of the Year, becoming the first conference player in 29 years to earn both Player of the Year and Newcomer of the Year in the same season.
—Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Mar. 2025
Three seasons after becoming the first NBA player to make 3,000 career 3-pointers, Steph Curry became the first NBA player to reach 4,000 made 3s on Thursday night as the Golden State Warriors hosted the Sacramento Kings.
—Anthony Slater, The Athletic, 14 Mar. 2025
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This vision of the future is becoming increasingly real thanks to advancements in autonomous driving technology.
—Fox News Staff, Fox News, 15 Mar. 2025
In November, Newsom had +550 odds of becoming the next president, according to SportsBettingDime, which amounts to a 15 percent chance.
—Mark Davis, Newsweek, 15 Mar. 2025
The sources described the relationship as not yet serious, but on its way to becoming so.
—Mark Davis, Newsweek, 15 Mar. 2025
After becoming a father and leaving college, Weeks was drafted into the NBA minor league and spent several years playing ball professionally overseas.
—J.m. Banks, Kansas City Star, 15 Mar. 2025
Ahead of his next Olympic run in 1988, Lewis took to the track wearing a yellow and blue bodysuit at the 1985 USA Outdoor Track and Field Championships, becoming the first runner to sport a bodysuit in competition.
—Justine Fisher, People.com, 15 Mar. 2025
The senior forward has played at Boise State since 2021, becoming a starter seven games into his freshman campaign.
—Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 15 Mar. 2025
Van Lith was also voted Newcomer of the Year, becoming the first conference player in 29 years to earn both Player of the Year and Newcomer of the Year in the same season.
—Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Mar. 2025
Three seasons after becoming the first NBA player to make 3,000 career 3-pointers, Steph Curry became the first NBA player to reach 4,000 made 3s on Thursday night as the Golden State Warriors hosted the Sacramento Kings.
—Anthony Slater, The Athletic, 14 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for becoming
Adjective
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Time for Thorough Searches: Interim appointments allow boards the necessary time to conduct comprehensive searches for suitable permanent leaders.—
Solange Charas,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2025
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This work will reveal insights about the quasi-moon and help the team select a suitable sampling site.—
Mike Wall,
Space.com,
29 May 2025
Verb
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Half of your time removing the snow can be spent fighting with the exponentially growing clump of snow on the shovel.—
Kamron Sanders,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 Mar. 2025
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There’s nothing quite as rewarding in gardening as growing a plant from seed.—
Erica Browne Grivas,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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If your submission is selected for inclusion in the NPR News Quiz, you will be acknowledged in a list of contributors on NPR's website or otherwise receive appropriate credit, but failure to do so shall not be deemed a breach of your rights.—
Holly J. Morris,
NPR,
30 May 2025
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The suit seeks compensatory and general damages and special and/or punitive damages, costs associated with filing the lawsuit and other damages deemed appropriate by the court.—
Ashley Mackin Solomon,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 May 2025
Adjective
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So what could be more fitting than renaming it for Donald Trump?—
Joe Mathews,
Mercury News,
16 May 2025
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The back-and-forth nature of this series almost makes a Game 7 a deserving, fitting end to this matchup.—
Kelly Iko,
New York Times,
16 May 2025
Adjective
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But on March 1, 1954, President Dwight Eisenhower issued a proclamation on the proper times.—
Chloe Mayer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 May 2025
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Cabinet hardware jigs vary slightly in design, so follow the manufacturer’s instructions for proper use.—
Kamron Sanders,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 May 2025
Verb
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The launch set a record for turnaround time for the company from a single launch pad coming four days, three hours, and 11 minutes since the July 23 launch.—
Richard Tribou,
Orlando Sentinel,
4 Jan. 2025
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From thrilling outdoor adventures to inaugural music festivals and exclusive culinary experiences, there’s much to look forward to in the coming months.—
Roger Sands,
Forbes,
4 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Serena's reluctant to put a target on her husband's head, so June happily reminds her that Gabriel's a tyrant not fit to raise Noah.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
20 May 2025
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After several meetings, execs and producers landed on Longoria as the right fit following her major studio directing debut Flamin’ Hot.—
Justin Kroll,
Deadline,
19 May 2025
Adjective
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This set features two pillow shams, duvet cover, and flat and fitted sheet.—
Gina Vaynshteyn,
StyleCaster,
23 May 2025
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With Relaxed Suiting and an Eye-Catching Bag A baby blue button up (and an avocado bag) add a touch of whimsy to a fitted suit.—
Christina Holevas,
Vogue,
30 Apr. 2025
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“Becoming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/becoming. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.
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