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
The European Commission added that the latest developments underline Europe’s need for technological sovereignty.
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Maggie Eastland, Los Angeles Times, 14 June 2026
Qatari mediators left Tehran on Sunday after 17 hours of intensive negotiations, a diplomat briefed on the developments told CBS News.
—Kiki Intarasuwan, CBS News, 14 June 2026
The festivities will begin tomorrow afternoon with a media session which will showcase highlights from the past decade at the resort and provide the updates about the latest developments, according to the organizers.
—Caroline Reid, Forbes.com, 14 June 2026
From a major affordable housing push to a Cuban bakery’s expansion and federal scrutiny of hospital pricing, South Florida’s business landscape saw significant developments.
—Jeff Kleinman, Miami Herald, 13 June 2026
Recent policy developments have further strengthened California’s position in the emerging fusion sector.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 13 June 2026
The European Commission added that the latest developments underline Europe’s need for technological sovereignty.
—Bloomberg, Chicago Tribune, 13 June 2026
The skyline has changed dramatically, and mixed-use developments seem to proliferate with the same sudden abundance as mushrooms in the North Georgia mountains.
—Su-Jit Lin - For The Ajc, AJC.com, 7 June 2026
The most important developments were nuance and editing.
—Ahmir “questlove” Thompson, VIBE.com, 7 June 2026
Maggie Eastland, Los Angeles Times, 14 June 2026
Qatari mediators left Tehran on Sunday after 17 hours of intensive negotiations, a diplomat briefed on the developments told CBS News.
—Kiki Intarasuwan, CBS News, 14 June 2026
The festivities will begin tomorrow afternoon with a media session which will showcase highlights from the past decade at the resort and provide the updates about the latest developments, according to the organizers.
—Caroline Reid, Forbes.com, 14 June 2026
From a major affordable housing push to a Cuban bakery’s expansion and federal scrutiny of hospital pricing, South Florida’s business landscape saw significant developments.
—Jeff Kleinman, Miami Herald, 13 June 2026
Recent policy developments have further strengthened California’s position in the emerging fusion sector.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 13 June 2026
The European Commission added that the latest developments underline Europe’s need for technological sovereignty.
—Bloomberg, Chicago Tribune, 13 June 2026
The skyline has changed dramatically, and mixed-use developments seem to proliferate with the same sudden abundance as mushrooms in the North Georgia mountains.
—Su-Jit Lin - For The Ajc, AJC.com, 7 June 2026
The most important developments were nuance and editing.
—Ahmir “questlove” Thompson, VIBE.com, 7 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for developments
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Diego Herrera Carcedo/Anadolu via Getty Images Military experts say the key factor driving Ukraine's recent successes is evolutions in its mid-range drone strike capabilities.—
Aidan Stretch,
CBS News,
9 June 2026
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Though his career has gone through regular evolutions and progressions within that timeframe, what has remained constant through each phase has been his resolve to make a difference.—
Matt Emma,
USA Today,
3 June 2026
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Recycling and reselling, outcomes better for the environment, each accounted for only about 1 in 10 devices.—
Eric Williams,
The Conversation,
18 June 2026
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Successful outcomes often come from taking the time to understand available options, building the right support system, and returning to work at a pace that supports both health and long-term employment goals.—
Diane Winiarski,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
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As this process of disruption progresses, paralysis can develop — including in the muscles responsible for breathing.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
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So, if debt has become difficult to manage, exploring your debt relief options before a lawsuit progresses may help preserve both your finances and peace of mind.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
8 June 2026
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The city said residents can view an interactive map of mosquito activity, virus testing results and trap zones on VDCI's website.—
Christa Swanson,
CBS News,
17 June 2026
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Sam Carpenter, the public information officer for the Missouri State Highway Patrol Troop D, which patrols Table Rock Lake, said that an autopsy was scheduled for Tuesday, and the results would be released to the Overland Park Police, which lead the investigation into Lieurance’s disappearance.—
Eric Adler,
Kansas City Star,
17 June 2026
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Trusty said that the bond conditions have already had consequences for Rozier with the NBA.—
Mike Vorkunov,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
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Eaton testified that the men were involved in rival gangs — G-Mobb in south Sacramento, Garden Blocc Crips in North Sacramento and others that have battled over the decades — and crossed paths with deadly consequences at 10th and K streets.—
Darrell Smith,
Sacbee.com,
15 June 2026
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For tick prevention, Hayes recommends long pants tucked into socks, duct tape wrapped sticky-side out around the ankle, and chemical repellents over essential-oil products — pointing readers to the EPA’s repellent search engine to find effective options.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
19 June 2026
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All of these products are designed to connect enterprise merchants' existing systems to any AI commerce surface through a single integration.—
Josipa Majic Predin,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
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Organizers say the free show will have more than 10,000 pyrotechnic effects along the Detroit River.—
DeJanay Booth-Singleton,
CBS News,
17 June 2026
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These conditions can increase your vulnerability to adverse effects from poor air quality.—
Southern California Weather Report,
Oc Register,
16 June 2026
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“Developments.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/developments. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.
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