1
as in evolutions
the act or process of going from the simple or basic to the complex or advanced
the development of an idea into a marketable product
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as in outcomes
a condition or occurrence traceable to a cause
a development that the writers of the law never anticipated or intended
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Recent Examples of developments
There were major developments this week in the wars in Ukraine and Gaza.
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ABC News, 14 Sep. 2025
The island already has a winning blend of natural beauty, community and adventure, but now a cruise terminal, airport expansions and larger resort developments are on the way.
—Maureen O'Hare, CNN Money, 13 Sep. 2025
Much of the concern about the measure came from local governments -- including the cities of Merced, Modesto, San Luis Obispo and Folsom -- that opposed rolling back control that cities have over developments in their communities.
—Stephen Hobbs, Sacbee.com, 13 Sep. 2025
News to Know New developments in Leonard case Yesterday brought yet another new headline in the Kawhi Leonard saga as evidence continues to mount against the Clippers and owner Steve Ballmer.
—Sam Settleman, New York Times, 13 Sep. 2025
Starting from the questionable proposition that revolutionary movements require energy and that energy in its most basic form is derived from solar rays, Chizhevsky listed some historical developments that lined up with astronomical developments.
—Tim Brinkhof, Big Think, 12 Sep. 2025
Centene‘s stock has experienced a significant decline—more than 42% in the past six months—primarily due to the withdrawal of its 2025 financial guidance following some troubling developments in its core health insurance business.
—Ashley Lutz, Fortune, 12 Sep. 2025
When developments in the plot pull Harold back toward the institutional center, Castro suggests this is a sell-out move.
—Jeremy Gordon, The Atlantic, 12 Sep. 2025
The latest developments are part of a fierce legal battle.
—Syra Ortiz Blanes, Miami Herald, 12 Sep. 2025
ABC News, 14 Sep. 2025
The island already has a winning blend of natural beauty, community and adventure, but now a cruise terminal, airport expansions and larger resort developments are on the way.
—Maureen O'Hare, CNN Money, 13 Sep. 2025
Much of the concern about the measure came from local governments -- including the cities of Merced, Modesto, San Luis Obispo and Folsom -- that opposed rolling back control that cities have over developments in their communities.
—Stephen Hobbs, Sacbee.com, 13 Sep. 2025
News to Know New developments in Leonard case Yesterday brought yet another new headline in the Kawhi Leonard saga as evidence continues to mount against the Clippers and owner Steve Ballmer.
—Sam Settleman, New York Times, 13 Sep. 2025
Starting from the questionable proposition that revolutionary movements require energy and that energy in its most basic form is derived from solar rays, Chizhevsky listed some historical developments that lined up with astronomical developments.
—Tim Brinkhof, Big Think, 12 Sep. 2025
Centene‘s stock has experienced a significant decline—more than 42% in the past six months—primarily due to the withdrawal of its 2025 financial guidance following some troubling developments in its core health insurance business.
—Ashley Lutz, Fortune, 12 Sep. 2025
When developments in the plot pull Harold back toward the institutional center, Castro suggests this is a sell-out move.
—Jeremy Gordon, The Atlantic, 12 Sep. 2025
The latest developments are part of a fierce legal battle.
—Syra Ortiz Blanes, Miami Herald, 12 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for developments
Noun
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The guns are fun evolutions of what’s come before.—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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The Sky Rover rooftop tent (RTT) clearly shares some DNA with the top floor of the Safari cruisin' Wingman but also brings a few changes, evolutions and additions.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
7 Sep. 2025
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Boston’s ongoing inability to capitalize on such opportunities ensured fairly uneventful outcomes, though.—
Gabrielle Starr,
Boston Herald,
13 Sep. 2025
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Why our emotions shape financial outcomes Behavioral finance has shown for decades that the greatest risk to long-term success is often our own behavior.—
Bruce Helmer,
Twin Cities,
13 Sep. 2025
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Of course as their cross-country road trip progresses and Felice racks up first-round-loss after first-round-loss, Gatti’s louche lifestyle is revealed to have a darker, more depressive aspect.—
Jessica Kiang,
Variety,
6 Sep. 2025
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As your career progresses and your needs change, some relationships may naturally fade while new ones emerge.—
Sherry Martin,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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These are results from benchmarks using Redis and Valkey.—
Thomas Coughlin,
Forbes.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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For a year and a half, the detectives first approached a large volume of low-match DNA results which could be traced back to existing American family trees.—
Claire Lempert,
ABC News,
12 Sep. 2025
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The experience has also underscored the importance of social media in Nepal, as well as the consequences of government attempts to control the flow of online information.—
Nir Kshetri,
The Conversation,
14 Sep. 2025
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What investigators conclude about Robinson’s motivations may have far-reaching consequences beyond his own criminal case.—
Richard Hall,
Time,
14 Sep. 2025
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The company has also found other ways to extend the life of its products.—
Thomas Coughlin,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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All products featured on Glamour are independently selected by our editors.—
Grace McCarty,
Glamour,
15 Sep. 2025
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It’s not fully fleshed out, but a parallel could be made to the effects of anxiety and trauma, and the unhealthy coping mechanisms that accompany them.—
Dani Di Placido,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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Research on its gut health effects is mixed.—
Abby Norman,
Verywell Health,
9 Sep. 2025
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“Developments.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/developments. Accessed 16 Sep. 2025.
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