as in evolved
being far along in development
a highly developed society with a rigid class system
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as in progressed
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 acquired
to come to have gradually
the youngster developed a taste for green olives
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as in grew
to become mature
the wine is developing nicely in the new oak barrels
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as in expanded
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 forged
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 developed
Andrew Knoll, Oc Register, 18 Apr. 2026
In California, the appeal of a new or used EV is twofold — gas prices are especially high, and charging infrastructure is more developed than in many other states.
—Los Angeles Times, 17 Apr. 2026
Alexandra Mendoza, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 May 2026
The channel is being developed through the company’s Historyverse creative unit, which is shaping the editorial approach across a slate that spans historical narratives, legends and philosophical storytelling.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 4 May 2026
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Adjective
McQueen had been projected to go higher in the top 10 given his formidable 6-foot-5 frame, developed skill, noticeable mobility and slight mean streak.
—Andrew Knoll, Oc Register, 18 Apr. 2026
In California, the appeal of a new or used EV is twofold — gas prices are especially high, and charging infrastructure is more developed than in many other states.
—Los Angeles Times, 17 Apr. 2026
Verb
The city developed the Purple Button, or Botón Morado, app, which women use to report emergencies.
—Alexandra Mendoza, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 May 2026
The channel is being developed through the company’s Historyverse creative unit, which is shaping the editorial approach across a slate that spans historical narratives, legends and philosophical storytelling.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 4 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for developed
Adjective
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Indigo Girls fans already have an evolved perspective on aging and a deeper understanding of how badass vulnerability really is.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
19 Apr. 2026
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Several prominent names in the sport have been vocal in recent years about the need for an evolved calendar, one that reflects a competitive yet health-conscious approach.—
Sam Cohn,
Baltimore Sun,
14 Apr. 2026
Verb
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That progressed slowly to sending each other nudes.—
Staff Author,
PEOPLE,
27 Apr. 2026
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Morgan Rogers fired wide from the ensuing chance, yet the sweeping move — teasing passes before going through the gears as play progressed upfield — was what Villa often desire, but can sometime lack.—
Jacob Tanswell,
New York Times,
26 Apr. 2026
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But the die-off occurred as restoration work was already underway on nearly 15,000 north shore acres the state acquired at a cost of $100 million to aid the lake’s recovery.—
Stephen Hudak,
The Orlando Sentinel,
4 May 2026
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Paramount reported first-quarter net earnings of $168 million, or 15 cents per share, compared with $152 million in 2025, which occurred before Skydance acquired the media company in August.—
Meg James,
Los Angeles Times,
4 May 2026
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Georgia's Environmental Protection Division issued neither fish advisories nor do-not-drink orders to the public even as concerns grew among scientists and federal regulators about the dangers of PFAS.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
6 May 2026
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Global guest attendance measured across eight domestic and international parks and passenger cruises days grew more than 2% last quarter.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
6 May 2026
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Turner expanded that purchase into Turner Broadcasting System, or TBS, which included Turner Network Television, or TNT, and the groundbreaking 24-hour news channel Cable News Network, or CNN, which launched its nonstop news coverage in 1980.—
Bryan Alexander,
USA Today,
7 May 2026
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Neto expanded and was able to put a ball into right field.—
LaMond Pope,
Chicago Tribune,
7 May 2026
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Grandfamilies, as these families sometimes call themselves, are almost always forged by tragic circumstances, whether abuse, neglect, addiction, arrest, or death.—
Casey Cep,
New Yorker,
9 May 2026
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Hopeless but hearty, the Lakers forged ahead Thursday, and still clung to a one-point lead midway through the third quarter when the rickety wheels came completely off.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
8 May 2026
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That’s partly because our reliance on gas taxes has been rendered obsolete by EV adoption and improved fuel economy.—
Kaitlyn Schallhorn,
Oc Register,
4 May 2026
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Modern breeding has introduced several hybrid cultivars, such as ‘Dragon Wings’ which offer improved flowering.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
4 May 2026
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As the competition unfolded, about half a dozen TV production staffers crammed into a small room watched from computer screens and two oversized monitors showing 14 different camera angles.—
Heidi Finley,
Charlotte Observer,
28 Apr. 2026
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Police also said the incident unfolded between Bryant and Corrigan.—
Matthew Ablon,
CBS News,
28 Apr. 2026
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“Developed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/developed. Accessed 9 May. 2026.
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