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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
In 2022, multiple outlets reported that Disney was developing a third Princess Diaries movie, and filmmaker Adele Lim (Joy Ride) was brought on to direct the project in October 2024.
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Daniel S. Levine, PEOPLE, 23 Apr. 2026
Four startups are developing and launching commercial space stations in prime locations like the planet’s orbit, the moon and maybe even Mars.
—Devika Rao, TheWeek, 23 Apr. 2026
Currently, Shervey is developing a trans-Tasman psychological thriller and a broadcast adaptation of her viral comedy Millennial Jenny.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 23 Apr. 2026
Advances in generative AI could cut the cost of developing new games in half, according to a research report out Tuesday from Morgan Stanley.
—Davis Giangiulio, CNBC, 23 Apr. 2026
This is a developing story and will be updated.
—Danielle Battaglia, Charlotte Observer, 23 Apr. 2026
The streamer is developing a show based on The Nanny Diaries, a 2002 novel by Emma McLaughlin and Nicola Kraus.
—Rick Porter, HollywoodReporter, 23 Apr. 2026
The neighbourhood Envisioned as Qatar’s second city, the rapidly developing Lusail will eventually cover 38 square kilometres, four separate islands and 19 multi-purpose residential, mixed-use and commercial districts.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
This is a developing story and will be updated.
—Joe Brandt, CBS News, 17 Apr. 2026
Daniel S. Levine, PEOPLE, 23 Apr. 2026
Four startups are developing and launching commercial space stations in prime locations like the planet’s orbit, the moon and maybe even Mars.
—Devika Rao, TheWeek, 23 Apr. 2026
Currently, Shervey is developing a trans-Tasman psychological thriller and a broadcast adaptation of her viral comedy Millennial Jenny.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 23 Apr. 2026
Advances in generative AI could cut the cost of developing new games in half, according to a research report out Tuesday from Morgan Stanley.
—Davis Giangiulio, CNBC, 23 Apr. 2026
This is a developing story and will be updated.
—Danielle Battaglia, Charlotte Observer, 23 Apr. 2026
The streamer is developing a show based on The Nanny Diaries, a 2002 novel by Emma McLaughlin and Nicola Kraus.
—Rick Porter, HollywoodReporter, 23 Apr. 2026
The neighbourhood Envisioned as Qatar’s second city, the rapidly developing Lusail will eventually cover 38 square kilometres, four separate islands and 19 multi-purpose residential, mixed-use and commercial districts.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
This is a developing story and will be updated.
—Joe Brandt, CBS News, 17 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for developing
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Tan said banks are now operating in an environment where cyber risks are constant and evolving, requiring a mindset of perpetual vigilance.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
22 Apr. 2026
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This means fashion brands wanting to remain relevant must tap into the evolving desires, behaviors and concerns of a consumer who’s also navigating the AI shift themselves.—
Amy O’Brien,
Vogue,
22 Apr. 2026
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Peterson’s tactical approach steeped in reshaping the Hornets by emphasizing player health and development, a team-first culture and the importance of acquiring assets springboarded the Hornets into the national conversation again.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Apr. 2026
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The proposal is prompting unease from insurers as well as health policy and legal experts, who are concerned about the legality of OPM acquiring such a sweeping database of sensitive health information, and the agency’s ability to safeguard it.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
8 Apr. 2026
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After Hawks center Tony Bradley was called for an offensive foul for setting a hard screen on Alvarado, the veteran McCollum got into it with the scrappy Knicks guard, jawing face-to-face in a moment that underscored the growing chippiness in the series.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
21 Apr. 2026
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Here are the best garlic companion plants that have similar growing needs.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 Apr. 2026
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From global dishes to comfort food classics, many supermarkets now offer — and are expanding — buffet-style prepared foods that rival takeout in both variety and convenience.—
Deirdre Bardolf,
FOXNews.com,
23 Apr. 2026
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While the business itself operates within the expanding private credit market, an asset class that has drawn significant institutional capital in recent years, the partnership behind it remains its most distinctive feature.—
NIa Bowers,
USA Today,
23 Apr. 2026
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Other developers are forging ahead.—
Bloomberg,
Oc Register,
23 Apr. 2026
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Donny Osmond After rising to fame with The Osmonds, Donny paved his own solo career, while also collaborating on several hits with his sister Marie, who had begun forging her way as a country artist.—
Jordana Comiter,
PEOPLE,
22 Apr. 2026
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Created by Santino and Nick Kreiss (Punk’d, The Eric André Show), The Bad Game Show drops celebrities into a chaotic mix of trivia and absurd challenges, where surprise guests crash the game and nothing goes as planned, all unfolding inside Lee’s mom’s basement.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
21 Apr. 2026
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Voice messages announcing deaths are layered over static shots of an empty home, echoing her own experience of events unfolding.—
Lise Pedersen,
Variety,
21 Apr. 2026
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Sports franchises also care a great deal about cultivating and retaining repeat fans, particularly season-ticket holders, who provide a steady source of revenue.—
John Cassidy,
New Yorker,
20 Apr. 2026
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One garden tip Nielsen recommends when cultivating purple coneflower is to work compost into the soil at least two weeks before transplanting or planting coneflower seeds.—
SJ McShane,
Martha Stewart,
16 Apr. 2026
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The ongoing test campaign, which now includes multiple aircraft, is progressing rapidly.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
15 Apr. 2026
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Everyone on the operations team worked incredibly hard to keep the survey progressing with high efficiency.—
Robert Lea,
Space.com,
15 Apr. 2026
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