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as in unfolds
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 radiates
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 evolves
Trauma evolves differently in everybody.
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K.j. Yossman, Variety, 24 Dec. 2024
But as the defense evolves, so does the attack.
—David Hambling, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Liverpool will have a seat on the board, and will be influential on how Nordstrom evolves.
—David Moin, WWD, 24 Dec. 2024
As the franchise landscape evolves, more entrepreneurs are moving beyond traditional sectors like food and beverage and expanding into other impactful, high-growth industries.
—Gigi Schweikert, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
One outlier is Diarra (played by creator Diarra Kilpatrick), the heroine of this comic noir, whose inability to let things go results in a hunt for a date who stood her up that evolves into an investigation of a decades-old crime.
—Judy Berman, TIME, 23 Dec. 2024
While this situation may change in the future as technology evolves, human oversight remains essential today.
—William Bain, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
The show evolves and the whole experience grows in really interesting ways.
—Stephen Deusner, SPIN, 23 Dec. 2024
Future Trends in Storytelling As technology evolves, storytelling in marketing is poised to become even more immersive and interactive.
—Leslie Poston, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
K.j. Yossman, Variety, 24 Dec. 2024
But as the defense evolves, so does the attack.
—David Hambling, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Liverpool will have a seat on the board, and will be influential on how Nordstrom evolves.
—David Moin, WWD, 24 Dec. 2024
As the franchise landscape evolves, more entrepreneurs are moving beyond traditional sectors like food and beverage and expanding into other impactful, high-growth industries.
—Gigi Schweikert, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
One outlier is Diarra (played by creator Diarra Kilpatrick), the heroine of this comic noir, whose inability to let things go results in a hunt for a date who stood her up that evolves into an investigation of a decades-old crime.
—Judy Berman, TIME, 23 Dec. 2024
While this situation may change in the future as technology evolves, human oversight remains essential today.
—William Bain, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
The show evolves and the whole experience grows in really interesting ways.
—Stephen Deusner, SPIN, 23 Dec. 2024
Future Trends in Storytelling As technology evolves, storytelling in marketing is poised to become even more immersive and interactive.
—Leslie Poston, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for evolves
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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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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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Instead, progress begins locally and radiates outward.—
Claire Foley,
Baltimore Sun,
2 Jan. 2025
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As the calendar turns its page from 2024 to 2025, the astronomical energy that radiates the cosmos will have a different effect on each of our lives.—
Skyler Caruso,
People.com,
29 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
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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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The decision, paired with general manager Chris Drury’s open-for-business memo that mentioned Kreider by name, casts doubt over the 33-year-old’s future with the organization.—
Peter Baugh,
The Athletic,
28 Dec. 2024
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But his return nonetheless casts a pall on global climate efforts.—
Justin Worland,
TIME,
26 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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The year also began with a strong El Niño event, which occurs when the ocean in the Eastern Pacific releases large amounts of heat to the atmosphere, raising global temperatures.—
Lauren Sommer,
NPR,
24 Dec. 2024
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Humiliated when Iran releases the hostages minutes after Reagan is inaugurated.—
Bradley Tusk,
New York Daily News,
23 Dec. 2024
Verb
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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
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Just as the human immune system develops antibodies to combat specific threats, the collective consciousness of internet users is developing an increasingly sophisticated resistance to artificial engagement.—
Nathan Pettijohn,
Forbes,
7 Jan. 2025
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The Drift Away emits a soft, loopless stream of white noise and features three light settings to act as a night light for your little one (or yourself).—
Jennifer Hussein,
Allure,
20 Dec. 2024
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Burning gas indoors emits nitrogen dioxide, which is linked to a range of negative health consequences, including respiratory and cardiovascular diseases such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and hypertension.—
Susan Miller,
Baltimore Sun,
19 Dec. 2024
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