research and development
noun
: studies and tests that are done in order to design new or improved products
The company has a large budget for research and development.
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The move to Charlotte gives the company the infrastructure for its research and development, and connects it with other biotech groups in the area.
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Charlotte Observer, 4 Dec. 2025
After 18 months of research and development, the pastry chef and recipe developer launched Cube of Butter earlier this year.
—Patricia Kaowthumrong, Denver Post, 3 Dec. 2025
Their efforts have focused on research and development, test-facility development, and regulatory cooperation.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 3 Dec. 2025
The watch is the debut piece in a new collection from the brand’s research and development department.
—Carol Besler, Robb Report, 2 Dec. 2025
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Charlotte Observer, 4 Dec. 2025
After 18 months of research and development, the pastry chef and recipe developer launched Cube of Butter earlier this year.
—Patricia Kaowthumrong, Denver Post, 3 Dec. 2025
Their efforts have focused on research and development, test-facility development, and regulatory cooperation.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 3 Dec. 2025
The watch is the debut piece in a new collection from the brand’s research and development department.
—Carol Besler, Robb Report, 2 Dec. 2025
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“Research and development.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/research%20and%20development. Accessed 11 Dec. 2025.
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