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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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
Bungalow will publish ten digital editions a year, with subsequent updates on the developments, narratives, and tidbits that shake out after the reporting.
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Max Tani, semafor.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Of the many developments since the Texas Rangers won their World Series, one that is both impressive and confounding is the state of the Silver Star Boot series.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 Sep. 2025
The neighborhood is currently zoned almost entirely for open space or single-family residential housing, which has limited the space for large developments that can help solve San Diego’s housing crisis.
—David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Sep. 2025
The public affairs professional is also keeping track of developments in treatments for the disease.
—Kate Wolffe, Sacbee.com, 7 Sep. 2025
Two developments in 1976 had stirred interest in searching for undersea freshwater.
—Rodrique Ngowi, Fortune, 7 Sep. 2025
Both villages want to replace the mall with mixed-use developments.
—Gloria Casas, Chicago Tribune, 6 Sep. 2025
Her Eco-Age consultancy, targeted by criminals and forced to close in 2024 after 17 years in business, had advised clients on industry developments, changes to government policies and practical guidance on how to avoid greenwashing.
—Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 6 Sep. 2025
Recent retail developments on Manhattan’s choicest shopping streets, however, are painting a different picture.
—Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 6 Sep. 2025
Max Tani, semafor.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Of the many developments since the Texas Rangers won their World Series, one that is both impressive and confounding is the state of the Silver Star Boot series.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 Sep. 2025
The neighborhood is currently zoned almost entirely for open space or single-family residential housing, which has limited the space for large developments that can help solve San Diego’s housing crisis.
—David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Sep. 2025
The public affairs professional is also keeping track of developments in treatments for the disease.
—Kate Wolffe, Sacbee.com, 7 Sep. 2025
Two developments in 1976 had stirred interest in searching for undersea freshwater.
—Rodrique Ngowi, Fortune, 7 Sep. 2025
Both villages want to replace the mall with mixed-use developments.
—Gloria Casas, Chicago Tribune, 6 Sep. 2025
Her Eco-Age consultancy, targeted by criminals and forced to close in 2024 after 17 years in business, had advised clients on industry developments, changes to government policies and practical guidance on how to avoid greenwashing.
—Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 6 Sep. 2025
Recent retail developments on Manhattan’s choicest shopping streets, however, are painting a different picture.
—Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 6 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for developments
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Ali Alkhafaji, chief AI and technology officer at Omnicom Precision Marketing Group, says the past year has felt like a front-row seat to one of the fastest evolutions in technology he’s ever witnessed.—
Sage Lazzaro,
Fortune,
3 Sep. 2025
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One of those evolutions within crypto space has been leveraged funds, which provide double or triple exposure to individual digital currencies, such as the Teucrium 2x Long Daily XRP ETF (XXRP), which provides double exposure to Ripple's XRP.—
Afshan Musani,Meredith Mutter,
CNBC,
7 Aug. 2025
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In sibling-control studies, researchers compare outcomes between siblings in the same family, which helps account for shared genetics and environment.—
Adaira Landry,
Forbes.com,
6 Sep. 2025
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The cumulative effect is fewer community judgments and more private, judicial and legislative control over outcomes.—
Richard Lorren Jolly,
The Conversation,
5 Sep. 2025
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As your career progresses and your needs change, some relationships may naturally fade while new ones emerge.—
Sherry Martin,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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As the filming progresses, Ben begins to suspect the filmmakers may have ulterior motives as a secret from his past threatens to resurface.—
Sabienna Bowman,
People.com,
26 Aug. 2025
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Looking toward human use Although the study remains in its early stages, the results suggest a new approach for future therapies.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
5 Sep. 2025
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French pharmaceutical group Sanofi dropped 10%, with JPMorgan analysts calling results from its latest dermatitis drug study weaker than expected.—
Jenni Reid,Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
4 Sep. 2025
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The decisions ultimately have dire consequences for both the erstwhile pals and everyone else living on Inisherin.—
Hannah Kerns,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
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Tools to postpone payments can be ‘critical’ Deferments and forbearances can help student loan borrowers avoid the harsh consequences of falling behind on their bills, consumer advocates said.—
Annie Nova,
CNBC,
7 Sep. 2025
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Philips Hue Secure Video Doorbell Philips Hue showed off its first video doorbell at IFA alongside a number of other smart home products, including a new Hue bridge and strip lights.—
Andrew Gebhart,
PC Magazine,
8 Sep. 2025
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Available in 9 different colors, the hanging organizer has four different zippered compartments roomy enough to hold full-size hair care products, brushes, combs, and more.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Sep. 2025
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Human intervention has helped to curb the effects on some of the most imperiled native species, and in some cases, even succeeded in recovery efforts, but the overarching threat of climate change persists.—
John Leos,
AZCentral.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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The row over the rebate may have other unwanted side-effects.—
Ian King,
CNBC,
3 Sep. 2025
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“Developments.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/developments. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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