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as in unfolds
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 acquires
to come to have gradually
the youngster developed a taste for green olives
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as in grows
to become mature
the wine is developing nicely in the new oak barrels
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as in expands
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 forges
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 develops
But high performance rarely develops under perfect conditions.
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Irma Davarashvili, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
Founded in 2022 and headquartered in Los Angeles, the company develops standardized satellite buses designed for large low-Earth-orbit constellations.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 1 June 2026
The key, Pacheco said, is knowing exactly where the space is and how to get there quickly if dangerous weather develops.
—Dave Warren, CBS News, 1 June 2026
John Scott, Brevard County’s Emergency Management Director said he — and other emergency managers across the state — plan multiple contingencies as a storm develops.
—Zach Covey, The Orlando Sentinel, 30 May 2026
Sulfur prevents fungal spores from germinating and must be applied as a preventive measure before the disease develops for effective results.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 25 May 2026
Rocket Lab develops small and medium-class rockets, spacecraft and components while also providing launch services, satellite manufacturing, and on-orbit management.
—Jason Ma, Fortune, 24 May 2026
But when sepsis develops, the body’s response can become much larger than the original infection.
—Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt, CNN Money, 24 May 2026
Over several hours, fermentation continues and more acid develops.
—Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 23 May 2026
Irma Davarashvili, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
Founded in 2022 and headquartered in Los Angeles, the company develops standardized satellite buses designed for large low-Earth-orbit constellations.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 1 June 2026
The key, Pacheco said, is knowing exactly where the space is and how to get there quickly if dangerous weather develops.
—Dave Warren, CBS News, 1 June 2026
John Scott, Brevard County’s Emergency Management Director said he — and other emergency managers across the state — plan multiple contingencies as a storm develops.
—Zach Covey, The Orlando Sentinel, 30 May 2026
Sulfur prevents fungal spores from germinating and must be applied as a preventive measure before the disease develops for effective results.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 25 May 2026
Rocket Lab develops small and medium-class rockets, spacecraft and components while also providing launch services, satellite manufacturing, and on-orbit management.
—Jason Ma, Fortune, 24 May 2026
But when sepsis develops, the body’s response can become much larger than the original infection.
—Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt, CNN Money, 24 May 2026
Over several hours, fermentation continues and more acid develops.
—Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 23 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for develops
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Another expression of that sentiment unfolds at Conrad Tulum Riviera Maya, where the pace slows and the focus shifts to immersion and well-being.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
4 June 2026
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Hiking enthusiasts will likely feel particularly drawn to this relationship term, which refers to eschewing the pressure to label things immediately and instead just taking it slow and seeing what unfolds.—
Emma Specter,
Vogue,
3 June 2026
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If a buyer acquires shares from an existing holder in a secondary purchase, that stock is generally not QSBS in the buyer’s hands.—
Jared Brenner,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
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Jon Hamm starts off voicing Mayor Jerry with two-faced smarm, but his performance acquires layers.—
Jordan Moreau,
Variety,
28 May 2026
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Details and design reflect that philosophy, from the wood fire burning in reception and the garden where your dinner grows to the private onsen steaming quietly while snow falls just feet away.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
29 May 2026
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There is an anticipation of a logjam of players in the coming season or two, as the clock starts ticking on the eligibility of 19-year-olds, and their desperation to join a college roster grows.—
Jess Myers,
Twin Cities,
29 May 2026
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The film expands Haig’s play and includes additional characters and sequences, including the actual D-day invasion.—
Emily Zemler,
Los Angeles Times,
29 May 2026
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And yet as the series expands from and twists around its simple horror concept (a wedding at the groom-to-be’s family house in the woods is fated for a titular dark catastrophe), Morrone’s performance as Rachel is able to shoulder the weight of quite a bit of backstory and a complicated endgame.—
Joe Reid,
Vulture,
29 May 2026
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Meanwhile, Duncan forges ahead with Carl as his new partner.—
Abbey White,
HollywoodReporter,
2 June 2026
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McCartney just forges ahead, and nothing can stop him.—
Stuart Miller,
Oc Register,
1 June 2026
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Who is actually responsible for how the system evolves?—
Matthew Sweeney,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
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The series is designed to emphasize incremental growth rather than instant capability, framing robotics as a system that evolves through interaction and experience.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
30 May 2026
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Research by Gao, Niu, and Yu published in Frontiers in Psychology found that intellectual humility in leadership cultivates team environments rooted in trust and collaboration, where leaders lean on collective wisdom rather than individual authority.—
Mary Hemphill,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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Today, Fingerboard cultivates hemp, a type of cannabis that, unlike marijuana, is nonintoxicating and widely considered a wellness product.—
William Deffaa,
Baltimore Sun,
14 May 2026
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As the investigation progresses in this four-part docuseries, Stephen reveals the turbulent family dynamics that shaped his childhood, including his father Ron — a violent Vietnam War vet grappling with PTSD — and his mother, Margie, who divorced Ron in the '90s.—
James Mercadante,
Entertainment Weekly,
4 June 2026
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As the journey progresses, a male driver and his female companion (neither pictured on-screen) begin to discuss the Winkie.—
Jonathan Odden,
Artforum,
2 June 2026
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