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
Fox News Staff, Fox News, 15 Mar. 2025
In November, Newsom had +550 odds of becoming the next president, according to SportsBettingDime, which amounts to a 15 percent chance.
—Mark Davis, Newsweek, 15 Mar. 2025
The sources described the relationship as not yet serious, but on its way to becoming so.
—Mark Davis, Newsweek, 15 Mar. 2025
After becoming a father and leaving college, Weeks was drafted into the NBA minor league and spent several years playing ball professionally overseas.
—J.m. Banks, Kansas City Star, 15 Mar. 2025
Ahead of his next Olympic run in 1988, Lewis took to the track wearing a yellow and blue bodysuit at the 1985 USA Outdoor Track and Field Championships, becoming the first runner to sport a bodysuit in competition.
—Justine Fisher, People.com, 15 Mar. 2025
The senior forward has played at Boise State since 2021, becoming a starter seven games into his freshman campaign.
—Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 15 Mar. 2025
Van Lith was also voted Newcomer of the Year, becoming the first conference player in 29 years to earn both Player of the Year and Newcomer of the Year in the same season.
—Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Mar. 2025
Three seasons after becoming the first NBA player to make 3,000 career 3-pointers, Steph Curry became the first NBA player to reach 4,000 made 3s on Thursday night as the Golden State Warriors hosted the Sacramento Kings.
—Anthony Slater, The Athletic, 14 Mar. 2025
Verb
This vision of the future is becoming increasingly real thanks to advancements in autonomous driving technology.
—Fox News Staff, Fox News, 15 Mar. 2025
In November, Newsom had +550 odds of becoming the next president, according to SportsBettingDime, which amounts to a 15 percent chance.
—Mark Davis, Newsweek, 15 Mar. 2025
The sources described the relationship as not yet serious, but on its way to becoming so.
—Mark Davis, Newsweek, 15 Mar. 2025
After becoming a father and leaving college, Weeks was drafted into the NBA minor league and spent several years playing ball professionally overseas.
—J.m. Banks, Kansas City Star, 15 Mar. 2025
Ahead of his next Olympic run in 1988, Lewis took to the track wearing a yellow and blue bodysuit at the 1985 USA Outdoor Track and Field Championships, becoming the first runner to sport a bodysuit in competition.
—Justine Fisher, People.com, 15 Mar. 2025
The senior forward has played at Boise State since 2021, becoming a starter seven games into his freshman campaign.
—Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 15 Mar. 2025
Van Lith was also voted Newcomer of the Year, becoming the first conference player in 29 years to earn both Player of the Year and Newcomer of the Year in the same season.
—Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Mar. 2025
Three seasons after becoming the first NBA player to make 3,000 career 3-pointers, Steph Curry became the first NBA player to reach 4,000 made 3s on Thursday night as the Golden State Warriors hosted the Sacramento Kings.
—Anthony Slater, The Athletic, 14 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for becoming
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Securities, investment products, other financial products or strategies discussed herein may not be suitable for all investors.—
Katie Stockton,
CNBC,
19 May 2025
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This content is not, nor is intended to be, trading or investment advice or a recommendation that any investment product or strategy is suitable for any person.—
JJ Kinahan,
Forbes.com,
19 May 2025
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This regional variation may reflect broader population trends, including migration patterns and the growing appeal of colleges in lower-cost areas.—
Scott White,
Forbes,
15 Mar. 2025
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There’s nothing quite as rewarding in gardening as growing a plant from seed.—
Erica Browne Grivas,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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During arguments before the Supreme Court, several of the justices expressed concerns about the use of nationwide injunctions, but John Sauer, President Donald Trump’s solicitor general, faced pushback this week about whether limiting injunctions was appropriate in this case.—
Ramon Padilla,
USA Today,
18 May 2025
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But now, with what is happening, the title is even more appropriate.—
Nick Vivarelli,
Variety,
18 May 2025
Adjective
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The back-and-forth nature of this series almost makes a Game 7 a deserving, fitting end to this matchup.—
Kelly Iko,
New York Times,
16 May 2025
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So what could be more fitting than renaming it for Donald Trump?—
Joe Mathews,
Mercury News,
16 May 2025
Adjective
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The helmsman, feeling swells beneath the vessel, gleans the proper heading, even in the dark.—
The Conversation,
The Conversation,
14 May 2025
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Your pricing is too low to support proper delivery.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2025
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The launch set a record for turnaround time for the company from a single launch pad coming four days, three hours, and 11 minutes since the July 23 launch.—
Richard Tribou,
Orlando Sentinel,
4 Jan. 2025
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From thrilling outdoor adventures to inaugural music festivals and exclusive culinary experiences, there’s much to look forward to in the coming months.—
Roger Sands,
Forbes,
4 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Serena's reluctant to put a target on her husband's head, so June happily reminds her that Gabriel's a tyrant not fit to raise Noah.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
20 May 2025
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And is there any prospect of Joelinton being passed fit for the final game of the campaign?—
Chris Waugh,
New York Times,
19 May 2025
Adjective
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The set comes with one flat and one fitted sheet, and two pillowcases—plus, the sheets also have 18-inch pockets that have enough give to pair with memory foam or mattress toppers, providing the best fit possible.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
30 Mar. 2025
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Just go a size or two down from your usual for a fitted look.—
Jake Henry Smith,
Glamour,
17 Apr. 2025
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“Becoming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/becoming. Accessed 27 May. 2025.
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