developer
noun
de·vel·op·er
di-ˈve-lə-pər 
dē-
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the developer of software that is used the world over
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In Europe, where Panattoni has operated for around 20 years, the platform spans 15 countries through 36 offices and has been the region's largest developer for eight consecutive years.
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CBS News, 8 Jan. 2026
The plan includes homes, parks, schools, healthcare facilities, retail and senior living options and places of worship including a mosque, according to Community Capital Partners, the developer.
—Fousia Abdullahi, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 Jan. 2026
The developer who filed plans is Shimon Kleinman, of Borough Developers, whose portfolio includes a handful of luxury condos with flat, clean, modern façades; big windows; and roof gardens or balconies.
—Adriane Quinlan, Curbed, 7 Jan. 2026
Howard Cohen, board chairman of Beacon Communities, a real estate developer in the city, contributed $15,000, as did 31 other individuals or companies.
—Gayla Cawley, Boston Herald, 7 Jan. 2026
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CBS News, 8 Jan. 2026
The plan includes homes, parks, schools, healthcare facilities, retail and senior living options and places of worship including a mosque, according to Community Capital Partners, the developer.
—Fousia Abdullahi, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 Jan. 2026
The developer who filed plans is Shimon Kleinman, of Borough Developers, whose portfolio includes a handful of luxury condos with flat, clean, modern façades; big windows; and roof gardens or balconies.
—Adriane Quinlan, Curbed, 7 Jan. 2026
Howard Cohen, board chairman of Beacon Communities, a real estate developer in the city, contributed $15,000, as did 31 other individuals or companies.
—Gayla Cawley, Boston Herald, 7 Jan. 2026
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developer
noun
de·vel·op·er
di-ˈvel-ə-pər
: one that develops: as
a
: a chemical used to develop exposed photographic materials
b
: a person who develops real estate
especially
: one who divides land and builds and sells houses on it
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