developments

noun

plural of development
1
as in evolutions
the act or process of going from the simple or basic to the complex or advanced the development of an idea into a marketable product

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2
as in outcomes
a condition or occurrence traceable to a cause a development that the writers of the law never anticipated or intended

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Recent Examples of developments So, what is a good 1-year CD account interest rate actually considered to be now, amid recent developments? — Matt Richardson, CBS News, 13 Aug. 2026 The developments have provided a fresh boost to Korean chipmakers, whose fortunes are closely tied to demand for the memory chips used in AI infrastructure. — Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 13 Aug. 2026 Here is what to know on the upcoming developments in his state case. — Amethyst Martinez, USA Today, 13 Aug. 2026 Click here for full AP coverage on developments in the West Bank. — ABC News, 13 Aug. 2026 Governance, unfortunately, has lagged behind these developments. — Ramachander Rao Thallada, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026 Police planned to continue monitoring developments involving ALPR cameras and other new law enforcement technologies. — Nicole Buss, Sacbee.com, 12 Aug. 2026 These systematic engineering developments reflect China’s strategy to expand its third-generation nuclear fleet, supporting baseline energy security while working toward a peak in carbon emissions by 2030 and net-zero emissions by 2060. — Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 6 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for developments
  1. evolutions
  2. outcomes
  3. progresses
  4. results
  5. consequences
  6. products
  7. effects
Noun
  • The characters Alex and Cole underwent their own evolutions as love interests.
    — Lexy Perez, HollywoodReporter, 6 Aug. 2026
  • Flanz has the unique distinction of being part of the show’s staff for over 28 years and having seen the many evolutions — on the show, in entertainment and in the culture — that have influenced the series’ direction.
    — Angela Andaloro, PEOPLE, 21 July 2026
Definition of evolutions
Noun
  • Couples have prenups for many reasons, but much of it comes down to discussing financial goals, avoiding additional legal work in a divorce, maintaining control over financial outcomes and avoiding a state's default divorce laws.
    — Jasmin Suknanan, CNBC, 16 Aug. 2026
  • The most likely outcomes in my mind are Makhachev controlling Garry for the majority of the fight and winning a clear decision, or perhaps submitting him.
    — Brett Appley, New York Times, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of outcomes
Noun
  • Construction timelines, leasing details, and tenant announcements will be released as planning progresses.
    — Doug Myers, CBS News, 6 Aug. 2026
  • Maybe that approach changes as camp progresses, and the edge rushers become more involved.
    — Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026
Definition of progresses
Noun
  • Another area in which Wrexham need to improve is their results against the top teams.
    — Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 15 Aug. 2026
  • The results of that study, published in 2016, identified 235 distinct bears using genetic testing and estimated the total bear population in western Connecticut was around 400 to 450 individuals.
    — John Moritz, Hartford Courant, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of results
Noun
  • Chanana said any breakdown in the relationship could herald broader portfolio consequences.
    — Hugh Leask, CNBC, 19 Aug. 2026
  • For Abrams, a free agent after the 2028 season, the position change comes with financial consequences.
    — Spencer Nusbaum, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of consequences
Noun
  • At Sessions in April, Stripe announced 288 products and features, including streaming payments that pair Metronome's metering with stablecoin micropayments on Tempo.
    — Janakiram MSV, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2026
  • Prime Air is currently testing a new drone delivery mechanism that could enable it to carry a wider assortment of products, like fragile cartons of eggs or other perishables, Carbon said.
    — Annie Palmer, CNBC, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of products
Noun
  • France last month became the first country in the European Union to pass a blanket ban on the platforms amid rising worldwide concerns about the harmful effects of digital content on kids.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Temperature changes and mechanical vibrations can interfere with the quantum effects needed to establish entanglement.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of effects

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