1
as in to unfold
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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2
as in to radiate
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 evolve
At the same time, professional golf is evolving, as are the ways fans consume sports.
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Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 17 June 2025
As the game, and officiating evolved, so did Carlisle.
—Mac Engel, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 June 2025
Yōkai are objects of Japanese folklore going back centuries: A spider-woman spirit was especially feared in the Edo Period, but yōkai have since evolved to be more playful and cute.
—J.d. Capelouto, semafor.com, 16 June 2025
The rise of the rearview camera: How backup cams changed driving for Americans
Driver assistance and safety features have evolved over the past decade.
—Charles Singh, USA Today, 5 June 2025
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Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 17 June 2025
As the game, and officiating evolved, so did Carlisle.
—Mac Engel, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 June 2025
Yōkai are objects of Japanese folklore going back centuries: A spider-woman spirit was especially feared in the Edo Period, but yōkai have since evolved to be more playful and cute.
—J.d. Capelouto, semafor.com, 16 June 2025
The rise of the rearview camera: How backup cams changed driving for Americans
Driver assistance and safety features have evolved over the past decade.
—Charles Singh, USA Today, 5 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for evolve
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From backyard games in West Columbia to draft night glory, Cam’s story unfolds across six episodes filled with raw emotion, defining moments, and behind-the-scenes access.—
Michael Schneider,
Variety,
16 June 2025
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The fragrance then unfolds into a radiant heart of Lavandin, Mahonial®, and Rosyfolia®, to encapsulate sunshine in an endless summer.—
Angelina Villa-Clarke,
Forbes.com,
16 June 2025
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But Purvis especially, in spite of Patience’s self-containment, radiates quiet charisma — new-star power.—
Robert Lloyd,
Los Angeles Times,
13 June 2025
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That focus radiated out across the Lululemon lineup and has since expanded to multiple running, training and lifestyle options, now for both women and men.—
Tim Newcomb,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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Many private businesses, however, still don’t observe it as a holiday, but a growing number, including Zillow, Nike and Lyft, now give workers the day off.—
Chris Morris,
Fortune,
19 June 2025
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How to get involved Liz Ceballos, a retail manager with decades of experience, helps Capsule vendors grow their businesses and become part of the community of Miami entrepreneurs.—
Michael Butler,
Miami Herald,
19 June 2025
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Even as Marine Corps recruiters promote enlistment as protection for families lacking legal status, directives for strict immigrant enforcement have cast away practices of deference previously afforded to military families, immigration law experts say.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
23 June 2025
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The pair have been hosting the show, which is ostensibly a history of Saturday Night Live told through the duo and interviews with other cast members, since January 2022.—
Peter White,
Deadline,
23 June 2025
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None of the potential draftees grew 4 inches or developed a different jump shot in the last month.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
24 June 2025
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The organization strives to foster a love of learning among children, develop bonding between children and their parents, build family connectivity by hosting events, and generally have a positive impact on helping families move into self-sufficiency.—
Julie Gallant,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 June 2025
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Just three days later, Apple released a second build of the first beta — that’s unprecedentedly soon.—
David Phelan,
Forbes.com,
15 June 2025
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Also on Tuesday morning, the Bureau of Labor Statistics releases its monthly look at U.S. import and export prices — a report that historically hasn't gotten a ton of attention, but now provides another way to measure the impact of tariffs.—
Kevin Stankiewicz,
CNBC,
15 June 2025
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These risks are exacerbated by ongoing technology gaps where businesses lack the solutions needed to progress.—
Imran Aftab,
Forbes.com,
17 June 2025
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In 2024, the company formed roadmaps and began implementation of several initiatives to progress on 2030 goals.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
17 June 2025
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Solar flares emit radiation, mostly in the form of ultraviolet light and X-rays, that can hurtle toward Earth at the speed of light.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
19 June 2025
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This is significant, as China emits more carbon dioxide than any other country.—
Hersh Shefrin,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2025
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“Evolve.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/evolve. Accessed 29 Jun. 2025.
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