as in evolved
being far along in development
a highly developed society with a rigid class system
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as in progressed
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 acquired
to come to have gradually
the youngster developed a taste for green olives
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as in grew
to become mature
the wine is developing nicely in the new oak barrels
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as in expanded
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 forged
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 developed
Dhruv Tikekar, CNN Money, 30 May 2026
That aging period is longer than many Reposados, giving the Tequila a more developed vanilla-caramel profile while keeping it shy of full Añejo depth.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 15 June 2026
To tap into this consumer behavior Pacun launched PS Vintage, a resale platform co-developed with Springy, a leader in online secondhand retail.
—Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 15 June 2026
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Adjective
The Maoists’ shrinking realm sits atop rich veins of coal, iron, and bauxite – resources essential to India’s modernization and growing energy demands; Modi’s pledge to bring electricity to every household; and his broader ambition to transform India into a developed nation.
—Dhruv Tikekar, CNN Money, 30 May 2026
That aging period is longer than many Reposados, giving the Tequila a more developed vanilla-caramel profile while keeping it shy of full Añejo depth.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
Verb
According to Warby Parker, during the war, the British Royal Air Force developed improved night-fighting success against German bombers and wanted to keep the real reason new airborne radar technology secret.
—Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 15 June 2026
To tap into this consumer behavior Pacun launched PS Vintage, a resale platform co-developed with Springy, a leader in online secondhand retail.
—Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 15 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for developed
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On Columbia’s grounds, this posse of basketball innovators was set to create an evolved way of quantifying the game.—
Noah White,
Miami Herald,
8 Dec. 2025
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To successfully navigate those wealth transfer events, next-gen will expect an evolved service and engagement model.—
Massy Williams,
Fortune,
27 Nov. 2025
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Tunisia have qualified for the World Cup on six occasions but have never progressed beyond the group stage.—
Sam Joseph,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
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The aircraft progressed from first flight to autonomous precision airdrop capability within eight months.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
11 June 2026
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In January 2024, when Chris Hall retired, the business was acquired by Little Engine Ventures, a private investment partnership in Lafayette, Indiana.—
Ben Wheeler,
Kansas City Star,
16 June 2026
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Gaona told the Star-Telegram that the foundation is laid, necessary permits are have been acquired and food truck tenants are lined up.—
Ella Gonzales,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
15 June 2026
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The financial stakes grew as the case moved through the courts.—
Brittany Miller,
FOXNews.com,
11 June 2026
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Sales of cars with internal combustion engines — including gasoline and diesel vehicles — fell almost 42% from the year before as the share of EVs grew.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
10 June 2026
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In the race to replace Phil Serna, epidemiologist and former Sacramento mayoral candidate Flo Cofer expanded her sizable lead over rival and Sacramento City Councilmember Eric Guerra compared to Friday’s returns.—
Reeti Malhotra
June 9,
Sacbee.com,
10 June 2026
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Haiti’s vulnerable ports As Haiti’s armed gangs have expanded and become more powerful, concerns about the security of the country’s seaports have grown.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
10 June 2026
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But superstars aren’t made in a spreadsheet; they’re forged between the lines.—
Dieter Kurtenbach,
Mercury News,
11 June 2026
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Like the Skarsgårds, the Baldwins — brothers Alec, 68; Daniel, 65; William, 63; and Stephen, 60 — also embraced acting as the unofficial family profession and forged their careers in Hollywood alongside each other.—
Rachel Raposas,
PEOPLE,
10 June 2026
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The first few days (and weeks) of training camp should serve as a proving ground for Murray to demonstrate his understanding of the system and for McCarthy to showcase his improved accuracy.—
Alec Lewis,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
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According to Warby Parker, during the war, the British Royal Air Force developed improved night-fighting success against German bombers and wanted to keep the real reason new airborne radar technology secret.—
Samantha Agate,
Charlotte Observer,
15 June 2026
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As the investigation unfolded, Reagan's family and authorities learned the shocking truth that Parker had been faking a pregnancy since January 2020 and was desperate to complete the scheme.—
Caroline Blair,
PEOPLE,
16 June 2026
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There has also been tragedy, like the one that unfolded Monday when a B-52 bomber crashed shortly after takeoff at the base and burst into flames, killing all eight people aboard.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 June 2026
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