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as in unfolds
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 acquires
to come to have gradually
the youngster developed a taste for green olives
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as in grows
to become mature
the wine is developing nicely in the new oak barrels
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as in expands
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 forges
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 develops
Type 2 diabetes typically develops over time, with diet and lifestyle compounding genetic vulnerability.
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Karen Weintraub, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
There’s a kind of evolution that develops my language.
—Rod Stafford Hagwood, Sun Sentinel, 23 Dec. 2024
For those who remain unfamiliar, Extraordinary is set in an alternate-universe London where every person spontaneously develops a superpower at around the age of 18.
—Judy Berman, TIME, 23 Dec. 2024
The pain usually develops gradually but might occur more suddenly in rare cases.
—Ruth Jessen Hickman, Md, Health, 23 Dec. 2024
Salmonellosis develops 12 to 72 hours after the infection and includes diarrhea, fever, and abdominal cramps.
—Jalen Williams, Detroit Free Press, 23 Dec. 2024
Meanwhile, Oscar Martinez (Oscar Nuñez) develops a secret crush on a new warehouse worker, and Andy's Secret Santa gift doesn't go as planned.
—Aurelie Corinthios, People.com, 21 Dec. 2024
As the world grows and develops and technology advances at a rapid rate, trust remains the catalyst for a functioning global society.
—Parvez Siddiqui, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
Legendary develops, produces, markets, and finances major films for global audiences, while also maintaining leading television, comic book, video game, licensing, and merchandising divisions.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 11 Dec. 2024
Karen Weintraub, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
There’s a kind of evolution that develops my language.
—Rod Stafford Hagwood, Sun Sentinel, 23 Dec. 2024
For those who remain unfamiliar, Extraordinary is set in an alternate-universe London where every person spontaneously develops a superpower at around the age of 18.
—Judy Berman, TIME, 23 Dec. 2024
The pain usually develops gradually but might occur more suddenly in rare cases.
—Ruth Jessen Hickman, Md, Health, 23 Dec. 2024
Salmonellosis develops 12 to 72 hours after the infection and includes diarrhea, fever, and abdominal cramps.
—Jalen Williams, Detroit Free Press, 23 Dec. 2024
Meanwhile, Oscar Martinez (Oscar Nuñez) develops a secret crush on a new warehouse worker, and Andy's Secret Santa gift doesn't go as planned.
—Aurelie Corinthios, People.com, 21 Dec. 2024
As the world grows and develops and technology advances at a rapid rate, trust remains the catalyst for a functioning global society.
—Parvez Siddiqui, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
Legendary develops, produces, markets, and finances major films for global audiences, while also maintaining leading television, comic book, video game, licensing, and merchandising divisions.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 11 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for develops
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Yet as the story unfolds, Scrooge himself learns the profound value of a pause through his transformative journey with the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Yet to Come.Scott Hutcheson, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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While in 2025 the foundations for the agentic web will be laid out, many variables will impact how this upcoming year unfolds.Cloris Chen, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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That’s best demonstrated by a novel gameplay mechanic in the form of a camera that Indy acquires from a dissident postman called Ernesto.Lewis Gordon, Vulture, 18 Dec. 2024
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The buyer sets up a new entity, acquires the assets of the old business, and then gives the seller a piece of that new entity as part of the payment.Brandon Kochkodin, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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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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This will start a new story that expands until 2039—a story centered on your 11th house of community and higher ideals.Roya Backlund, StyleCaster, 23 Dec. 2024
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Carissa may not travel terribly far in the course of the film, but her awareness of her existing world expands considerably, which makes for a more delicately stirring arc than expected in a coming-of-age tale of this variety.Guy Lodge, Variety, 23 Dec. 2024
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Trauma evolves differently in everybody.K.J. Yossman, Variety, 24 Dec. 2024
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But as the defense evolves, so does the attack.David Hambling, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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By fostering an environment where team members feel valued and heard, Tesla cultivates a culture of accountability and excellence.Wayne Yu, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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Leaders must communicate a compelling vision that not only draws in top talent, but also cultivates a workplace culture that supports long-term engagement.Expert Panel®, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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As the tournament progresses, however, the quarterfinals could see more surprises, with Arizona State, Boise State, and Oregon all entering as underdogs despite their higher seeds and first-round byes.Giovanni Malloy, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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As the run progresses, players will earn money by beating rounds (called Blinds) which can be used to purchase Jokers (permanent modifiers and multipliers), Tarot cards (one-time use effects), and Planet cards (poker hand level ups).Scott Robertson, Rolling Stone, 24 Dec. 2024
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Its mission is helping solar scientists better understand the sun, whose magnetized material creates solar wind in the solar system.Jamie Carter, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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Lynch argues that large-scale mass deportations only hurt the local and federal economies, partially due to the misnomer that deporting working immigrants creates more jobs for Americans.Mennatalla Ibrahim, Baltimore Sun, 24 Dec. 2024
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