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 dispute has pitted Tatiana against the brother-in-law, Carlos Pino, and top executives of the late developer’s company, Century Homebuilders Group.
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Jay Weaver, Miami Herald, 31 July 2025
Figma — The software developer is expected to debut on the New York Stock Exchange Thursday under the ticker symbol FIG.
—Michelle Fox, CNBC, 31 July 2025
Today’s Direct was focused on third-party developers, with many games releasing ahead of the holiday season, as Nintendo steadily builds its offerings on the new console.
—Megan Farokhmanesh, Wired News, 31 July 2025
Critics argue the ordinance has allowed developers to build taller and denser complexes in exchange for reserving only a small percentage of units at below-market rates, undermining the city’s broader affordability goals.
—Shonda Novak, Austin American Statesman, 30 July 2025
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Jay Weaver, Miami Herald, 31 July 2025
Figma — The software developer is expected to debut on the New York Stock Exchange Thursday under the ticker symbol FIG.
—Michelle Fox, CNBC, 31 July 2025
Today’s Direct was focused on third-party developers, with many games releasing ahead of the holiday season, as Nintendo steadily builds its offerings on the new console.
—Megan Farokhmanesh, Wired News, 31 July 2025
Critics argue the ordinance has allowed developers to build taller and denser complexes in exchange for reserving only a small percentage of units at below-market rates, undermining the city’s broader affordability goals.
—Shonda Novak, Austin American Statesman, 30 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for developer
Noun
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The production designer also incorporated the old-tech motif into the space.—
Daron James,
IndieWire,
7 Aug. 2025
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Designed by house favorite architect Peter Marino, the new House of Dior New York location is the first in the world to house the designer labels' entire offerings, including women's, men's, beauty, and home, under one roof.—
Roxanne Robinson,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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In addition to Messi, other speakers on the agenda include FIFA President Gianni Infantino, Formula 1 President and CEO Stefano Domenicali, Citadel founder and CEO Ken Griffin, WeWork founder Adam Neumann, and movie star and producer Will Smith.—
Michelle Kaufman,
Miami Herald,
12 Aug. 2025
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The restaurant started after founders Hoss and Khaseta Grigg made the leap from a food truck to a Meridian restaurant in 2012.—
Michael Deeds,
Idaho Statesman,
12 Aug. 2025
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The Office's Greg Daniels serves as showrunner, executive producer, and writer alongside Michael Koman, while Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant, creators of the original British version of The Office, also executive produce.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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If this trend continues, Western nations risk becoming consumers, rather than creators, of the next generation of digital tools.—
Kevin Korte,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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“Developer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/developer. Accessed 15 Aug. 2025.
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