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as in evolving
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 acquiring
to come to have gradually
the youngster developed a taste for green olives
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as in growing
to become mature
the wine is developing nicely in the new oak barrels
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as in expanding
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 forging
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 developing
This is a developing story, please check back for updates.
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Mona Darwish, Oc Register, 23 Jan. 2026
The Tech Shift Netflix has been making a transition from depending on Microsoft’s technology to developing its own in-house advertising technology stack.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 23 Jan. 2026
However, Antoine’s achievement in developing a viable grafting method for pecan trees should not be undervalued.
—Literary Hub, 23 Jan. 2026
For developing countries, reforming the dispute settlement mechanism and restoring a functioning appellate body, the highest court for trade disputes, will be a priority to protect market access and effectively uphold their rights.
—Jasmin Malik Chua, Sourcing Journal, 22 Jan. 2026
Apple is developing a wearable AI ‘pin’ device The race to create the ideal gadget for the AI era is heating up, with Apple reportedly planning a new screenless ‘pin’ device that users can affix to a shirt, according to The Information.
—Alexei Oreskovic, Fortune, 22 Jan. 2026
This is a developing story and may be updated.
—Lauren Penington, Denver Post, 22 Jan. 2026
But at the same time, its model of subsidies, forced technology transfers, developing country status and currency policies often gave it an advantage.
—Pratap Bhanu Mehta, Time, 15 Jan. 2026
This specialty coffee company serves some of the locals' favorite java, sourcing its products ethically and sustainably to support several small producers in developing countries.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 15 Jan. 2026
Mona Darwish, Oc Register, 23 Jan. 2026
The Tech Shift Netflix has been making a transition from depending on Microsoft’s technology to developing its own in-house advertising technology stack.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 23 Jan. 2026
However, Antoine’s achievement in developing a viable grafting method for pecan trees should not be undervalued.
—Literary Hub, 23 Jan. 2026
For developing countries, reforming the dispute settlement mechanism and restoring a functioning appellate body, the highest court for trade disputes, will be a priority to protect market access and effectively uphold their rights.
—Jasmin Malik Chua, Sourcing Journal, 22 Jan. 2026
Apple is developing a wearable AI ‘pin’ device The race to create the ideal gadget for the AI era is heating up, with Apple reportedly planning a new screenless ‘pin’ device that users can affix to a shirt, according to The Information.
—Alexei Oreskovic, Fortune, 22 Jan. 2026
This is a developing story and may be updated.
—Lauren Penington, Denver Post, 22 Jan. 2026
But at the same time, its model of subsidies, forced technology transfers, developing country status and currency policies often gave it an advantage.
—Pratap Bhanu Mehta, Time, 15 Jan. 2026
This specialty coffee company serves some of the locals' favorite java, sourcing its products ethically and sustainably to support several small producers in developing countries.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 15 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for developing
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This rising use of AI has principally been spurred by the evolving advances and widespread adoption of generative AI.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
22 Jan. 2026
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Traditional infrastructures depend on predictable, centralized controls, whereas the Web3 environment operates on open networks, real-time settlement, and evolving code.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
22 Jan. 2026
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Using their cap space as a way to double-up on assets for Monahan (both taking on his contract, and then trading him away) was a particularly savvy move that helped contribute to acquiring both Dobson and Hage.—
Max Bultman,
New York Times,
10 Jan. 2026
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In 2000, Reed Hastings and Marc Randolph sat down across from John Antioco, then CEO of video rental giant Blockbuster, and pitched him on acquiring their still unprofitable DVD-by-mail startup, Netflix, which at the time had around 300,000 subscribers.—
Natalie Jarvey,
Fortune,
10 Jan. 2026
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The companies say the design addresses a growing challenge in autonomous vehicle interiors, where traditional steering systems become unnecessary and restrict cabin space.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Jan. 2026
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The vines climb to about 6 feet tall, growing vigorously even through summer heat.—
Miranda Crowell,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Jan. 2026
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While Aspen’s footprint is fixed, Deer Valley is still expanding, creating new ski-in/ski-out neighborhoods and appealing to buyers who value convenience and proximity to a major international airport.—
Roger Sands,
Forbes.com,
23 Jan. 2026
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During these years, England was involved in different wars, the British Empire was expanding globally, and the Industrial Revolution was in full swing.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
23 Jan. 2026
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Like its many siblings, EC 53 is encased by extremely hot dust and gas—exactly the type of environment capable of forging crystalline silicates.—
Andrew Paul,
Popular Science,
22 Jan. 2026
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Messenger Mercury is uniting with powerful Pluto, forging a group chat or community project into a focused mission — one that potentially needs your honest direction.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
22 Jan. 2026
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The battle is unfolding across three distinct fronts, each representing a different vision for crypto payments infrastructure.—
Boaz Sobrado,
Forbes.com,
21 Jan. 2026
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Its almond-and-vanilla base has just a hint of smoky sweetness, unfolding into a spicier scent that gives it a slightly intense fragrance.—
Irene Richardson,
InStyle,
21 Jan. 2026
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As such, cultivating connections with players across the finish line (such as specialty leather shops and shoe cobblers) is of equal value—especially since most of those tweaks are made in-house.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
13 Jan. 2026
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In her hands, cultivating counter-ideologies is a way for the vulnerable to hone their intuition, to trust themselves.—
Niela Orr,
Vulture,
13 Jan. 2026
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Skiers and riders can enhance their skills, starting in the mellow, high-alpine powder fields of Bergman Bowl and progressing to the steep trees and rock drops of The Outback.—
Sara Hansen,
Denver Post,
22 Jan. 2026
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Work is progressing on the 42, while initial designs have been completed for the 82 and 112.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
21 Jan. 2026
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