in development

phrase

: in the process of being prepared, developed, or completed

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Three scripts for the single-camera project, from writer and executive producer Abbey Caldwell, were announced as being in development at the studio in April. Ethan Shanfeld, Variety, 3 Aug. 2026 This year marks the second year with a focus on Africa, with the spotlight being put on six projects in development, six producers and five directors. Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 3 Aug. 2026 The ending of the second film sets up a third installment, which is currently in development. Britt Hayes, Entertainment Weekly, 3 Aug. 2026 In a new interview, Ali opened up about being attached to the project that had been in development for years. Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 31 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for in development

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“In development.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20development. Accessed 7 Aug. 2026.

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