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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
Other analysts see a more modest jump depending on how the conflict develops.
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Garrett Downs,greg Iacurci,azhar Sukri,spriha Srivastava,emma Graham,lee Ying Shan,anniek Bao, CNBC, 1 Mar. 2026
As a result, the annual cost of caring for a single patient with persistent, uncontrolled diabetes averages over $100,000 (four times more than someone who newly develops the disease).
—Robert Pearl, Twin Cities, 1 Mar. 2026
Published in the journal Matter, the underlying mechanisms behind the inferior photochemical of polymer acceptor and develops a method to enhance both efficiency and stability through small-molecule incorporation.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 28 Feb. 2026
Talent develops in competition.
—Philipp Lahm, New York Times, 28 Feb. 2026
This low-liquid environment changes how the dish develops.
—Bridget Shirvell, Martha Stewart, 27 Feb. 2026
Anyone at the location during those times and who develops symptoms such as fever, cough, runny nose, and a rash across the body was urged to stay home and call a health care provider immediately.
—Carlos E. Castañeda, CBS News, 27 Feb. 2026
Human wellbeing according to this perspective, develops through brain chemistry and behavior patterns and through the development of meaning, values, identity and relationships with others.
—Kaitlyn Gomez, USA Today, 27 Feb. 2026
John’s cousin, Michaela Stirling (Masali Baduza), returns to Mayfair in Part 2, develops a friendship with Francesca and consoles her after John’s death.
—Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 26 Feb. 2026
Garrett Downs,greg Iacurci,azhar Sukri,spriha Srivastava,emma Graham,lee Ying Shan,anniek Bao, CNBC, 1 Mar. 2026
As a result, the annual cost of caring for a single patient with persistent, uncontrolled diabetes averages over $100,000 (four times more than someone who newly develops the disease).
—Robert Pearl, Twin Cities, 1 Mar. 2026
Published in the journal Matter, the underlying mechanisms behind the inferior photochemical of polymer acceptor and develops a method to enhance both efficiency and stability through small-molecule incorporation.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 28 Feb. 2026
Talent develops in competition.
—Philipp Lahm, New York Times, 28 Feb. 2026
This low-liquid environment changes how the dish develops.
—Bridget Shirvell, Martha Stewart, 27 Feb. 2026
Anyone at the location during those times and who develops symptoms such as fever, cough, runny nose, and a rash across the body was urged to stay home and call a health care provider immediately.
—Carlos E. Castañeda, CBS News, 27 Feb. 2026
Human wellbeing according to this perspective, develops through brain chemistry and behavior patterns and through the development of meaning, values, identity and relationships with others.
—Kaitlyn Gomez, USA Today, 27 Feb. 2026
John’s cousin, Michaela Stirling (Masali Baduza), returns to Mayfair in Part 2, develops a friendship with Francesca and consoles her after John’s death.
—Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 26 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for develops
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That is, somehow, not all that unfolds in Season 4’s final four episodes, but the real pleasure of this entry is watching all of this unspool in natty succession.—
Kate Erbland,
IndieWire,
26 Feb. 2026
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The Los Angeles court documents were released within the Texas Court of Appeals documents as the Burkes' legal battle unfolds.—
Julie Sharp,
CBS News,
25 Feb. 2026
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The other serves as the president and CEO of Undue Medical Debt, the only nonprofit that acquires and erases medical debt for those most burdened.—
Allison Sesso,
STAT,
20 Feb. 2026
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The artist has moved on from solely using her own clothes and now acquires garments in a multitude of ways.—
Precious Adesina,
CNN Money,
17 Feb. 2026
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And the bipartisan Washington consensus eschews reforms in favor of praying that the economy magically grows its way out of this fiscal disaster.—
Tiana Lowe Doescher,
The Washington Examiner,
27 Feb. 2026
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Lavender grows in thick, fragrant patches along the tour route and is infused into soaps sold at the on-site store.—
Martine Thompson,
Los Angeles Times,
27 Feb. 2026
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The bill expands on previous legislation passed banning cell phone use in kindergarten through eighth grade classrooms.—
Irene Wright,
USA Today,
27 Feb. 2026
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As Texas–Taiwan semiconductor trade expands, a potential conflict between China and the island could disrupt global supply chains.—
Victoria Baeza Garcia,
Dallas Morning News,
27 Feb. 2026
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In the Texas Hill Country following the Civil War, 14-year-old Travis is left in charge of the family ranch when his father goes on a long cattle drive and soon forges a reluctant bond with a wandering yellow dog.—
Libby Monteith Minor,
Southern Living,
28 Feb. 2026
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The way the story is being couched, Audi is going to build its new TT coupe whether Porsche forges ahead with the 718 EV or not.—
Byron Hurd,
The Drive,
19 Feb. 2026
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The main couple’s story evolves through Heated Rivalry, Tough Guy, Common Goal, Role Model, The Long Game and the upcoming Unrivaled.—
Hanna Wickes,
Miami Herald,
24 Feb. 2026
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Select art that complements your home’s design but also sparks conversation, adds depth, and evolves with time.—
Angelika Pokovba,
Martha Stewart,
23 Feb. 2026
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The reality is, every professional cultivates a work persona.—
Johnny C. Taylor Jr,
USA Today,
24 Feb. 2026
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The brand cultivates a fun, rebellious, and inclusive culture.—
Susan Stapleton,
Des Moines Register,
9 Feb. 2026
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Gear improves, the training that goes into us as climbers progresses.—
Megan Spurrell,
Condé Nast Traveler,
26 Feb. 2026
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The first team with 10 tracks placed correctly on their timeline progresses to a prize money final.—
John Hopewell,
Variety,
26 Feb. 2026
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“Develops.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/develops. Accessed 3 Mar. 2026.
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