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as in to unfold
to gradually become clearer or more detailed
as the governor's plans for the reform of state government evolved, objections from various groups inevitably arose
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as in to radiate
to throw or give off
baking soda and citric acid react with each other and evolve carbon dioxide
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Recent Examples of evolve
Robinson also noted that working with a franchise outside of Monarch Collective’s portfolio was an intentional choice, allowing the business to evolve as more than just an option for its investments.
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Justin Birnbaum, Sportico.com, 7 May 2026
Cartoon Network later gave birth to the post-prime-time programming of Adult Swim, which evolved into a groundbreaking laboratory for comedic experimentation, animated and otherwise.
—Josef Adalian, Vulture, 7 May 2026
Once a childhood pastime, card collecting has evolved into a high-stakes global market that's become lucrative for enthusiasts and appealing to counterfeiters.
—Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 7 May 2026
There are other signs that the race is evolving quickly into a general-election marathon.
—Burgess Everett, semafor.com, 7 May 2026
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Justin Birnbaum, Sportico.com, 7 May 2026
Cartoon Network later gave birth to the post-prime-time programming of Adult Swim, which evolved into a groundbreaking laboratory for comedic experimentation, animated and otherwise.
—Josef Adalian, Vulture, 7 May 2026
Once a childhood pastime, card collecting has evolved into a high-stakes global market that's become lucrative for enthusiasts and appealing to counterfeiters.
—Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 7 May 2026
There are other signs that the race is evolving quickly into a general-election marathon.
—Burgess Everett, semafor.com, 7 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for evolve
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After news of Silvia and Guojun’s arrest broke last summer, many of their surrogates questioned how the couple’s family-making scheme had been allowed to unfold for years without anyone stopping it.—
Ava Kofman,
New Yorker,
11 May 2026
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And as the crisis unfolds, Badenoch’s warning carries implications far beyond the United Kingdom.—
Ariella Noveck,
FOXNews.com,
10 May 2026
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The flower, which radiates positivity and joy, encourages Leo to showcase their vivacious personality.—
Lisa Stardust,
PEOPLE,
9 May 2026
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Naturally then, many guests greet the staff like old friends, and this familial atmosphere radiates out through the casual grace of the hotel staff.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
6 May 2026
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Several speakers pointed to a growing body of research showing that minor stops disproportionately affect Black and brown motorists and do little to combat violent crime while eroding public trust.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
7 May 2026
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The intensity of its light continues to grow as Rich and Abby Zawadzki lead the way in the circle.—
Rick Armstrong,
Chicago Tribune,
7 May 2026
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Might that disenfranchise voters who already cast their ballots?—
Dana Taylor,
USA Today,
8 May 2026
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California voters overwhelmingly approved the plan, with 64% of more than 11 million votes cast in favor of it.—
Kevin Rector,
Los Angeles Times,
8 May 2026
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These dogs may rub their eyes excessively due to discomfort and corneal ulcers can also develop.—
Dr. John De Jong,
Boston Herald,
10 May 2026
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Parking for the new facility would be on a portion of the land that cannot be developed because of the safety zone.—
Mary Divine,
Twin Cities,
9 May 2026
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The city also hasn’t released a calculation of how many new units would be required if SB 79 ends up affecting 52 bus stops instead of four.—
David Garrick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 May 2026
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No motive has been released, as of Friday afternoon.—
Alexandra Koch,
FOXNews.com,
9 May 2026
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As Dan’s relationship with Kolkena progressed, Betty reportedly left vulgar and threatening messages on the couple’s answering machine, prompting Dan to threaten criminal contempt action, according to the Los Angeles Times.—
Anthony Thompson,
USA Today,
9 May 2026
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Much as Vegas shifted momentum after looking like the lesser team during a split of Games 1 and 2, the Ducks would have to respond as the series progressed.—
Andrew Knoll,
Oc Register,
9 May 2026
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The first piece visitors encounter upon entering Iris van Herpen’s new exhibition at the Brooklyn Museum in New York is the designer’s 2016 bubble dress—a precursor to the 2026 iteration, which also emitted blown bubbles, that went viral when Eileen Gu wore it to the Met Gala last week.—
Laird Borrelli-Persson,
Vogue,
11 May 2026
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Both emit a strong, sweet odor.—
Samantha Johnson,
Martha Stewart,
9 May 2026
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“Evolve.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/evolve. Accessed 13 May. 2026.
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