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as in to evolve
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 to acquire
to come to have gradually
the youngster developed a taste for green olives
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as in to grow
to become mature
the wine is developing nicely in the new oak barrels
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as in to expand
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 to forge
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 develop
Berry emphasized that the team might entertain trade offers if the right opportunity arises, but for now, the focus is on developing this talent group together and see what happens.
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Cecil Merkerson, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 Aug. 2025
Here are tips on how to stay safe during a thunderstorm:
To lower the risk of lightning strikes, when going outdoors, develop a plan to reach a safer spot.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 23 Aug. 2025
Approximately 80% of humans develop dermatitis upon exposure, the University of Chicago said.
—Sarah Moore, Freep.com, 23 Aug. 2025
Understanding the physics allowed scientists to develop algorithms that use TEMPO’s data to infer the smoke plume's altitude and map its 3D movement in nearly real time.
—Jun Wang, Space.com, 9 Aug. 2025
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Cecil Merkerson, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 Aug. 2025
Here are tips on how to stay safe during a thunderstorm:
To lower the risk of lightning strikes, when going outdoors, develop a plan to reach a safer spot.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 23 Aug. 2025
Approximately 80% of humans develop dermatitis upon exposure, the University of Chicago said.
—Sarah Moore, Freep.com, 23 Aug. 2025
Understanding the physics allowed scientists to develop algorithms that use TEMPO’s data to infer the smoke plume's altitude and map its 3D movement in nearly real time.
—Jun Wang, Space.com, 9 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for develop
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Erickson said a storm system might evolve off the Southeast coast that could add to the region's heavy rains.—
John Bacon,
USA Today,
29 Aug. 2025
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The first Neanderthals appeared in Asia and Europe about 400,000 years ago, while H. sapiens evolved in Africa about 300,000 years ago and later migrated to the Asian and European continents.—
Mindy Weisberger,
CNN Money,
28 Aug. 2025
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Booth hasn’t had much regular-season success since he was acquired via trade last August.—
Jon Machota,
New York Times,
18 Aug. 2025
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Loomer, a conspiracy theorist with a history of using hate speech to gain attention, has acquired an outsized influence over the White House in President Donald Trump’s second term.—
Rebecca Schneid,
Time,
17 Aug. 2025
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Here’s what else to know about the growing force on the ground in Washington.—
Michael Loria,
USA Today,
19 Aug. 2025
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Prescott said the growing voices have added strength to the opposition.—
Hayleigh Colombo,
IndyStar,
18 Aug. 2025
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Currently, Ryan is expanding his expertise by working toward becoming a licensed nutritionist, adding a well-rounded dimension to his fitness programs.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
20 Aug. 2025
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Asked to expand on the point, Xavier rattles off a sermon.—
Jack Lang,
New York Times,
19 Aug. 2025
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Then Raja took a closer look at the proof of delivery paperwork and realized the papers were forged, according to charging documents.—
Jim Woods,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Aug. 2025
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The progressive Move Forward Party, which was forged in the ashes of the 2020 protests, won the most seats in the 2023 general elections on a platform of widespread institutional reforms.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
21 Aug. 2025
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Kayla remembers the adrenaline flooding in as the scene unfolded.—
Ashley Vega,
People.com,
26 Aug. 2025
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Additional ambassadors will be announced as the summer unfolds, with the brand hosting consumer activations in hotspots nationwide.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
26 Aug. 2025
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Shapiro, who has cultivated a reputation as a centrist, has an uneven record as well.—
Taylor Millard,
The Washington Examiner,
22 Aug. 2025
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Touchstone moments like that—intensely personal, and enduring—are exactly the kind Delta is trying to cultivate.—
Mike Dojc,
Forbes.com,
22 Aug. 2025
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People are waking up to that fact, and as generations progress, less and less drinking is happening.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
27 Aug. 2025
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As a loyal follower of Kavalier and the lead technician for the company, Arthur begins to take notice the inhumane treatment of the hybrids as the episode progresses, posing the question: Are the hybrid bodies being used for scientific purposes?—
Leia Mendoza,
Variety,
27 Aug. 2025
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“Develop.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/develop. Accessed 31 Aug. 2025.
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