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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
Sulfur prevents fungal spores from germinating and must be applied as a preventive measure before the disease develops for effective results.
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Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 25 May 2026
Boeing and Lockheed are joint venture partners in the United Launch Alliance, which develops rockets that put payloads in space.
—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
The idea of showing cross-cultural worker solidarity and how community develops in the wake of struggle is a beautiful one — if it is built on detail and specificity.
—Angelica Jade Bastién, Vulture, 23 May 2026
Over several hours, fermentation continues and more acid develops.
—Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 23 May 2026
Its parent company, ASP Isotopes, develops isotope enrichment platforms for nuclear medicine, semiconductors, and energy systems, operating production facilities in Pretoria, South Africa.
—Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 23 May 2026
Once the plant starts producing, the fruit develops rapidly and is usually ready to pick in eight to 10 days.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 23 May 2026
After losing everything, Dean turns to coaching youth hockey and develops meaningful relationships with the kids.
—Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 17 May 2026
Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 25 May 2026
Boeing and Lockheed are joint venture partners in the United Launch Alliance, which develops rockets that put payloads in space.
—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
The idea of showing cross-cultural worker solidarity and how community develops in the wake of struggle is a beautiful one — if it is built on detail and specificity.
—Angelica Jade Bastién, Vulture, 23 May 2026
Over several hours, fermentation continues and more acid develops.
—Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 23 May 2026
Its parent company, ASP Isotopes, develops isotope enrichment platforms for nuclear medicine, semiconductors, and energy systems, operating production facilities in Pretoria, South Africa.
—Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 23 May 2026
Once the plant starts producing, the fruit develops rapidly and is usually ready to pick in eight to 10 days.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 23 May 2026
After losing everything, Dean turns to coaching youth hockey and develops meaningful relationships with the kids.
—Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 17 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for develops
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Like the movie, the series begins as a deeply human story grounded in relationships that gradually unfolds into a large-scale, epic adventure.—
Ed Meza,
Variety,
14 May 2026
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Not every summer movie needs to be a mystery that unfolds hallway after hallway, with a creature hiding around every corner ready to pop out.—
Tracy Brown,
Los Angeles Times,
14 May 2026
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The money from the sale went into the city’s capital lands reserve fund, where all money is distributed if the city acquires or sells property.—
Stephen Underwood,
Hartford Courant,
4 May 2026
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Horvath loves that the semi-evergreen foliage also acquires red tints over the winter.—
Erica Browne Grivas,
Midwest Living,
4 May 2026
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That couldn’t be truer during summer’s most sweltering days, when the challenge is not only to dress well, but to feel well too—a task that only grows more difficult the higher the mercury rises.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
23 May 2026
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Respect grows when generosity and structure support each other.—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
23 May 2026
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The rollout of Gemini Omni Flash is currently limited to select subscription tiers in the Gemini app, with broader access expected as the deployment expands.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
22 May 2026
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In an interview included in press notes for the documentary, the director expands on his vision of providing a balanced view of history.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
22 May 2026
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Either way, Czernowin forges a logic that integrates disparate, unpredictable events.—
Alex Ross,
New Yorker,
18 May 2026
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Wardley started out in white-collar boxing rather than the amateur scene that forges so many champions.—
Chris McKenna,
New York Times,
8 May 2026
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Behavior evolves slowly through repetition, so transformation must be continuous.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
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Trends change, culture evolves, but confidence and individuality never go out of style.—
Renan Botelho,
Footwear News,
18 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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Certain experiences, products, atmospheres, audiences, or values appeal to different customers, and each business cultivates a unique environment through its operations.—
Daniel Fusch,
USA Today,
1 May 2026
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As the illness progresses, coughing and difficulty breathing can develop.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
13 May 2026
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As the condition progresses, leaves may turn yellow or translucent, develop spots that enlarge and burst, and eventually fall off when the plant is touched or moved, Abdi adds.—
Olivia McIntosh,
Martha Stewart,
12 May 2026
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