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as in to evolve
to gradually become clearer or more detailed
as the story of the bombing developed, the scope of the tragedy became more apparent
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as in to acquire
to come to have gradually
the youngster developed a taste for green olives
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as in to grow
to become mature
the wine is developing nicely in the new oak barrels
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as in to expand
to express more fully and in greater detail
marketing people developed the initial idea into a complete promotional campaign
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as in to forge
to produce or bring about especially by long or repeated effort
outside consultants helped the company develop an effective marketing strategy
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Recent Examples of develop
Several major European powers, chief among them Germany and Poland, could theoretically acquire the technological capabilities and allocate the financial resources necessary to amass enough enriched uranium and ultimately develop nuclear weapons.
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Florence Gaub, Foreign Affairs, 24 June 2025
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
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
Treat the customer relationship as a partnership, too, staying in active conversations about their needs and developing and launching tools and solutions to solve tactical, practical business problems.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 12 June 2025
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Florence Gaub, Foreign Affairs, 24 June 2025
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
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
Treat the customer relationship as a partnership, too, staying in active conversations about their needs and developing and launching tools and solutions to solve tactical, practical business problems.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 12 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for develop
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Marketers can have an internal blog, share regular newsletters or present at company meetings to educate and indoctrinate key messages while updating on elements that evolve.—
Dee Blohm,
Forbes.com,
17 June 2025
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As the game, and officiating evolved, so did Carlisle.—
Mac Engel,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
17 June 2025
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If Phoenix does not agree with their terms, the Spurs would walk away and be fine not acquiring Durant.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 June 2025
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Newcomb is pitching to a 3.60 ERA in five appearances since being acquired from the Boston Red Sox for cash on May 27.—
Sean Campbell,
Sacbee.com,
19 June 2025
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The growing fear that Israel may attack the Islamic Republic’s nuclear facilities adds terrifying uncertainty to the war.—
Chad de Guzman,
Time,
19 June 2025
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This mat-forming perennial grows just 4 to 6 inches tall but spreads up to two feet, covering the soil with a dense mosslike carpet of evergreen foliage.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
19 June 2025
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However, as has been the case with other annual shopping events, retailers expanded the promotional period to start May 13, a week earlier than in 2024, before ending June 18.—
Bernice Ooi,
CNBC,
20 June 2025
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Last year, his position expanded to include chief franchise officer.—
Sheryl Estrada,
Fortune,
20 June 2025
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True market leadership isn’t built during stable times—it’s forged through uncertainty.—
Padmakumar Nair,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2025
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Yet when the Obama Administration managed to forge a nuclear deal, the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, Netanyahu denounced it as weak.—
David Remnick,
New Yorker,
21 June 2025
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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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Spanish-Speaking Cannabis Creators Santa Tuca (Alan) – A prominent Argentine cannabis creator and community leader, Santa Tuca has cultivated an audience of 80,000+ on Instagram with creative grow-op tours, event coverage, and lifestyle content.—
Javier Hasse,
Forbes.com,
24 June 2025
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In each case, growing landlessness and the pressure to cultivate cash crops reduced local resilience in the face of prolonged droughts and other disasters, such as outbreaks of bubonic plague and cattle disease.—
Michael Albertus,
Foreign Affairs,
24 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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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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“Develop.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/develop. Accessed 30 Jun. 2025.
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