as in suitable
meeting the requirements of a purpose or situation
that's a particularly becoming dress for the dance
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as in growing
to eventually have as a state or quality
many people became sick with the flu with the arrival of autumn the days become crisper and breezier
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Recent Examples of becoming
Mark Harris Outkick, FOXNews.com, 21 Apr. 2026
With full results expected later this year, the era of intelligent BCI therapeutics is slowly becoming a clinical reality.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 21 Apr. 2026
New flight routes Getting to Kansas City is becoming easier and the International Airport is adding new flight routes that coincide with the World Cup.
—Taylor Haught, Kansas City Star, 21 Apr. 2026
Fire prevention tools and techniques are becoming a big business.
—ABC News, 21 Apr. 2026
Jobs, after all, spent much of his career at the center of technology and entertainment, helping to launch Pixar and ultimately becoming its chairman and majority shareholder before selling it to Disney.
—Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 21 Apr. 2026
Eventually, their only child would return to the family business, becoming a James Beard Awards semifinalist for Outstanding Restaurateur.
—Louisa Kung Liu Chu, Chicago Tribune, 21 Apr. 2026
While companies have always prioritized saving time—one of a brand’s most valuable resources—Luca Braschi, Soko’s marketing and technology manager, noted that energy is becoming an equally pressing concern, particularly as rising oil prices drive up costs.
—Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 21 Apr. 2026
The 25-year-old tallied a career-high 14 passes defended and one interception last year, becoming one of the better young corners in the NFL.
—Michael Guise, CBS News, 21 Apr. 2026
Verb
With that in mind, the YouTube channel being very lucrative, and his current exemptions into golf's major championships, DeChambeau becoming a full-time YouTuber and part-time professional golfer isn't all that outlandish.
—Mark Harris Outkick, FOXNews.com, 21 Apr. 2026
With full results expected later this year, the era of intelligent BCI therapeutics is slowly becoming a clinical reality.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 21 Apr. 2026
New flight routes Getting to Kansas City is becoming easier and the International Airport is adding new flight routes that coincide with the World Cup.
—Taylor Haught, Kansas City Star, 21 Apr. 2026
Fire prevention tools and techniques are becoming a big business.
—ABC News, 21 Apr. 2026
Jobs, after all, spent much of his career at the center of technology and entertainment, helping to launch Pixar and ultimately becoming its chairman and majority shareholder before selling it to Disney.
—Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 21 Apr. 2026
Eventually, their only child would return to the family business, becoming a James Beard Awards semifinalist for Outstanding Restaurateur.
—Louisa Kung Liu Chu, Chicago Tribune, 21 Apr. 2026
While companies have always prioritized saving time—one of a brand’s most valuable resources—Luca Braschi, Soko’s marketing and technology manager, noted that energy is becoming an equally pressing concern, particularly as rising oil prices drive up costs.
—Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 21 Apr. 2026
The 25-year-old tallied a career-high 14 passes defended and one interception last year, becoming one of the better young corners in the NFL.
—Michael Guise, CBS News, 21 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for becoming
Adjective
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On the other half, Lind had put down gravel and installed empty shipping containers and trailers suitable for potential tenants.—
Tessa Stuart,
Rolling Stone,
23 Apr. 2026
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This two-in-one offering gives you two family-friendly, side-scrolling games that are suitable for one to four players.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
23 Apr. 2026
Verb
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After Hawks center Tony Bradley was called for an offensive foul for setting a hard screen on Alvarado, the veteran McCollum got into it with the scrappy Knicks guard, jawing face-to-face in a moment that underscored the growing chippiness in the series.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
21 Apr. 2026
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Here are the best garlic companion plants that have similar growing needs.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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There are no winners in wildfire; however, the Court's decision supports PacifiCorp's longstanding belief that this process was prejudicial and not appropriate for managing wildfire litigation.—
Alex Crippen,
CNBC,
11 Apr. 2026
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Federal education law requires that all students with disabilities have access to a free and appropriate public education.—
Becca Savransky,
Idaho Statesman,
11 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Double-down on getting voters to the polls.—
Editorial,
Boston Herald,
24 Apr. 2026
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Going to a zone defense slowed Minnesota down further in the fourth, but the Nuggets weren’t generating the shots they’re used to getting automatically.—
Bennett Durando,
Denver Post,
24 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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What to know about the Tesla Roadster Tesla says the new Roadster will be an all-electric sports car that will be capable of fitting four people.—
Keith Laing,
USA Today,
23 Apr. 2026
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Reid receiving the Changemaker honor is fitting as Heated Rivalry is part of the book author’s Game Changer series, which follows the steamy romance between Shane Hollander and Ilya Rozanov, played in the Heated Rivalry drama by Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie, respectively.—
Etan Vlessing,
HollywoodReporter,
22 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Schultz learned a lot going from his first big-league start on Tuesday to his second on Sunday.—
LaMond Pope,
Chicago Tribune,
20 Apr. 2026
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Murray’s route to 30 points was unorthodox, going 0-for-8 from 3-point range but making all 16 of his free throw attempts.—
Dan Santaromita,
New York Times,
20 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Officials said Lopez played a key leadership role during recent wildfires, helping coordinate crews to ensure schools had proper air filtration systems in place.—
City News Service,
Daily News,
24 Apr. 2026
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The restaurant will age all of its meat for a minimum of 28 days and then cook it in a high-temperature broiler for proper searing.—
Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Then, there’s the collective Electronic Disturbance Theater, which was actually creating an internet tool that people could use to track where ICE was coming into communities.—
Lisa Deaderick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Apr. 2026
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During a press conference on Thursday, April 16, Wiseman, Glover and Koch, talked about their roller coaster of emotions since coming home.—
Paloma Chavez,
PEOPLE,
18 Apr. 2026
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“Becoming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/becoming. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.
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