as in inventor
one who creates or introduces something new
the developer of software that is used the world over
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Recent Examples of developer
The county has received three applications from developers, and Tuesday's proposal was an effort to move the process along.
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Kaley Fedko,
CBS News,
23 June 2026
The second developer beta is here now.
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David Phelan,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
Brookfield said the financing would provide project developers with greater certainty while supporting efforts to expand domestic manufacturing capacity for nuclear equipment.
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Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
23 June 2026
The board, which is also known as Develop Fulton, voted Tuesday to preliminarily approve the developer’s request.
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Zachary Hansen,
AJC.com,
23 June 2026
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Kaley Fedko,
CBS News,
23 June 2026
The second developer beta is here now.
—
David Phelan,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
Brookfield said the financing would provide project developers with greater certainty while supporting efforts to expand domestic manufacturing capacity for nuclear equipment.
—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
23 June 2026
The board, which is also known as Develop Fulton, voted Tuesday to preliminarily approve the developer’s request.
—
Zachary Hansen,
AJC.com,
23 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for developer
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The series features intimate conversations with trailblazers like YouTube co-founder Steve Chen, USB inventor Ajay Bhatt, NBA star Jeremy Lin, television chef Martin Yan and many others, highlighting the impact of AAPIs in various sectors.
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The inventor of basketball, James Naismith first brought the sport to Lawrence.
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Below, shop the eight best designer bags at Coach Outlet.
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The Juszczyks became friendly with Swift after Kelce started dating her in 2023 — enough that Kristin enjoyed a career-defining moment as an aspiring fashion designer, courtesy of the Grammy winner.
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The headquarters just outside Colima city offer tastings, and in February, co-founder Esteban Silva and his team opened a taproom in the city called Estación Colimita.
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Having spent more than 30 years in the makeup industry, founder and makeup artist Jung Saem Mool knows great makeup starts long before foundation enters the picture.
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Since his 2021 deal with the network, Sheridan has become a top creator at the studio with the Yellowstone universe and shows like Landman, Lioness and Tulsa King.
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More than a decade after installing the sculpture, Pinky’s creator shares his story.
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“Developer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/developer. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.
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