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
Flores, now 33, evolved into one of the game’s most respected veterans, revered by teammates and opponents alike.
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Ken Rosenthal, New York Times, 30 Apr. 2025
But now – with 18 years of hindsight and after living abroad – his thoughts on the 2007 graduation address have evolved.
—Chelsea Bailey, CNN Money, 30 Apr. 2025
But tariffs have also evolved into a tool deployed by the White House to coerce foreign governments to comply with its broader agenda.
—Shannon K. Kingston, ABC News, 30 Apr. 2025
Its battery lasts all day, and the AI features, while still evolving, are enjoyable to explore.
—Shubham Yewale, PC Magazine, 18 Apr. 2025
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Ken Rosenthal, New York Times, 30 Apr. 2025
But now – with 18 years of hindsight and after living abroad – his thoughts on the 2007 graduation address have evolved.
—Chelsea Bailey, CNN Money, 30 Apr. 2025
But tariffs have also evolved into a tool deployed by the White House to coerce foreign governments to comply with its broader agenda.
—Shannon K. Kingston, ABC News, 30 Apr. 2025
Its battery lasts all day, and the AI features, while still evolving, are enjoyable to explore.
—Shubham Yewale, PC Magazine, 18 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for evolve
Verb
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The story unfolds as Aldrin faces up to his own frailties.—
Stewart Clarke,
Deadline,
29 Apr. 2025
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The incident reportedly unfolded in Pyramiden – an Arctic town in the archipelago of Svalbard – in late April.—
Greg Norman,
FOXNews.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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These typically present as recurring lower abdominal pain that can radiate to the lower back.—
Caitlin Pagán,
Verywell Health,
28 Apr. 2025
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Garden centers that can protect tender plants can tip pots over and cover them with a thick horticultural felt, which gives the plants a few degrees of protection due to the cover blocking frost and trapping some warmth radiating off the ground.—
Miri Talabac,
Baltimore Sun,
24 Apr. 2025
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Donald was also able to give his medical history and recount the lunch to doctors, who grew concerned that gastroenteritis was not the sole cause of his symptoms.—
Rachel Treisman,
NPR,
2 May 2025
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Despite the emotional weight of a breakup, Ison used her time traveling abroad to grow personally, finding strength in embracing her emotions.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
2 May 2025
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This week, the Lyrid meteor shower has taken over the night sky, casting shooting stars and fireballs darting overhead.—
Alana Wise,
NPR,
24 Apr. 2025
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At the time, Sandoval, 42, was in a long-term relationship with fellow Vanderpump cast member and live-in girlfriend Ariana Madix.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
People.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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Every formula at Holos is developed, tested, and manufactured in its own facility, allowing the brand to ensure the quality of the products from batch to batch.—
Xandra Harbet,
USA Today,
26 Apr. 2025
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The system developed its top hypothesis with a simple rationale, drawing a link to another research area and coming to a conclusion the human team had taken years to arrive at.—
Matteo Wong,
The Atlantic,
25 Apr. 2025
Verb
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August reservations will be released on July 1 and so on.—
Eve Chen,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2025
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No other information about the incident was released.—
David Matthews,
New York Daily News,
29 Apr. 2025
Verb
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After progressing into the Champions League semi-finals, Arsenal have already banked around £100m.—
Elias Burke,
New York Times,
30 Apr. 2025
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The 36-year-old, 14-year veteran — in the fifth year of his six-season, $90 million contract — had been on a rehab assignment since last week and was progressing in impressive fashion, stroking six hits including a home run in 10 at-bats.—
Tom Rogers,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Apr. 2025
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The Senate on Thursday approved an effort to overturn an Environmental Protection Agency rule tied to the Clean Air Act and designed to limit seven of the most hazardous air pollutants that are emitted by heavy industry.—
Tracy J. Wholf,
CBS News,
2 May 2025
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As a result, many builders will install gas furnaces and water heaters that emit planet-warming carbon pollution.—
Sammy Roth,
Los Angeles Times,
1 May 2025
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“Evolve.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/evolve. Accessed 8 May. 2025.
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