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
Maggie McGrath, Forbes.com, 21 Jan. 2026
Support our high school sports coverage by becoming a digital subscriber.
—Ocvarsity Sports Staff, Oc Register, 21 Jan. 2026
In today’s North Korea, smartphones are becoming more common.
—Will Ripley, CNN Money, 21 Jan. 2026
Age of Extinction, but her parents tried to dissuade her from becoming an actress.
—Ariana Quihuiz, PEOPLE, 20 Jan. 2026
Ellison has focused on revitalizing CBS News since becoming CEO, installing The Free Press founder Bari Weiss as editor-in-chief in October.
—Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 14 Jan. 2026
Another option would be to draft a prospect on Day 3 and hope that offensive tackle develops quickly as a stop gap before becoming the team’s cheap swing tackle for the next couple of years.
—Mike Kaye
updated January 13, Charlotte Observer, 13 Jan. 2026
With rising house prices and mortgage rates, buying a full-size home is becoming less appealing to younger generations.
—Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Jan. 2026
Strong women in Kareen Holstrom’s family have influenced her leadership journey, including becoming president of San Diego State University’s Associated Students in 2025, part of the first all-female leadership group.
—Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Jan. 2026
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The following year, she was named CEO, becoming the first woman to lead the carrier, which transports some 41 million passengers annually, since its founding in 1933.
—Maggie McGrath, Forbes.com, 21 Jan. 2026
Support our high school sports coverage by becoming a digital subscriber.
—Ocvarsity Sports Staff, Oc Register, 21 Jan. 2026
In today’s North Korea, smartphones are becoming more common.
—Will Ripley, CNN Money, 21 Jan. 2026
Age of Extinction, but her parents tried to dissuade her from becoming an actress.
—Ariana Quihuiz, PEOPLE, 20 Jan. 2026
Ellison has focused on revitalizing CBS News since becoming CEO, installing The Free Press founder Bari Weiss as editor-in-chief in October.
—Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 14 Jan. 2026
Another option would be to draft a prospect on Day 3 and hope that offensive tackle develops quickly as a stop gap before becoming the team’s cheap swing tackle for the next couple of years.
—Mike Kaye
updated January 13, Charlotte Observer, 13 Jan. 2026
With rising house prices and mortgage rates, buying a full-size home is becoming less appealing to younger generations.
—Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Jan. 2026
Strong women in Kareen Holstrom’s family have influenced her leadership journey, including becoming president of San Diego State University’s Associated Students in 2025, part of the first all-female leadership group.
—Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for becoming
Adjective
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None of this work was suitable for mainstream audiences.—
Chadd Scott,
Forbes.com,
23 Jan. 2026
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Reynolds said more than 100 tiny homes placed on the campus for veterans who had camped on nearby San Vicente Boulevard have proved to be difficult for those using wheelchairs and walkers, are subject to fire and are not suitable for stays that can drag on for months.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Jan. 2026
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The companies say the design addresses a growing challenge in autonomous vehicle interiors, where traditional steering systems become unnecessary and restrict cabin space.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Jan. 2026
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The vines climb to about 6 feet tall, growing vigorously even through summer heat.—
Miranda Crowell,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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At the same time, adolescents and young adults need appropriate confidentiality to engage in treatment, particularly as parents shift from decision-makers to supporters.—
Letters to the Editor,
The Orlando Sentinel,
24 Jan. 2026
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Be thoughtful about sensitive items Consider redacting highly sensitive data (like customer-specific pricing) when appropriate, and carefully manage access to the most confidential folders.—
AllBusiness,
Forbes.com,
24 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Steele briefly considered taking a year off and perhaps getting into broadcasting, but that notion didn’t last long.—
Tim Casey,
Forbes.com,
23 Jan. 2026
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Doctors say not getting a vitamin K shot puts babies at risk of severe bleeding.—
Dr. Jade Cobern,
ABC News,
23 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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One reviewer who took it on a European trip raved about fitting multiple outfits, toiletries, books, a laptop, and more—all in one bag.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
22 Jan. 2026
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Jordan’s first-ever lead film role came 12 years ago in Coogler’s Fruitvale Station; the success of Sinners thus marks a fitting full-circle moment for the pair.—
David Canfield,
HollywoodReporter,
22 Jan. 2026
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San Jose was seventh in MLS with 60 goals scored while going 11-15-8 last season.—
Mercury News,
Mercury News,
14 Jan. 2026
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But most of its richest pleasures come down to Fiennes going balls to the wall with a truly memorable character — half lunatic and half visionary.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
13 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The new regulations also require things like hand-washing stations, proper refrigeration and prohibit using generators or propane tanks.—
James Taylor,
CBS News,
23 Jan. 2026
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While the theme words will not be a proper name, the spangram can be a proper name.—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes.com,
23 Jan. 2026
Verb
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European Parliament will consider Automotive Package The proposal for small and affordable cars will be examined by the European Parliament over coming months.—
Neil Winton,
Forbes.com,
24 Jan. 2026
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The James family plans to travel to K’gari in the coming weeks to attend a smoking ceremony as guests of the island’s traditional custodians.—
Hilary Whiteman,
CNN Money,
24 Jan. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Becoming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/becoming. Accessed 26 Jan. 2026.
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