elaborates

present tense third-person singular of elaborate
as in unfolds
to gradually become clearer or more detailed as mankind's understanding of the universe has elaborated

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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
  • Final Thoughts While Blake Lively’s case unfolds in the public eye, the lessons extend far beyond Hollywood.
    Tom Spiggle, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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  • Liverpool will have a seat on the board, and will be influential on how Nordstrom evolves.
    David Moin, WWD, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Trauma evolves differently in everybody.
    K.J. Yossman, Variety, 24 Dec. 2024
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  • Based on historical trends, travelers can expect that thousands more flights will be disrupted as the day progresses.
    Suzanne Rowan Kelleher, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
  • As the winter storm progresses, more updates are expected from local authorities to guide residents and travelers through potentially dangerous conditions.
    Dan Perry, Newsweek, 5 Jan. 2025
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  • Fred Battisti develops and executes a companywide leasing strategy as First National Realty Partners' Chief Revenue Officer.
    Fred Battisti, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
  • Prescription steroid creams and/or antihistamines (only ones recommended by your healthcare provider) may help alleviate symptoms if your child develops the condition.
    Laura Dorwart, Verywell Health, 7 Jan. 2025
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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
  • 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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