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as in unfolds
to gradually become clearer or more detailed
as the governor's plans for the reform of state government evolved, objections from various groups inevitably arose
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as in radiates
to throw or give off
baking soda and citric acid react with each other and evolve carbon dioxide
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Recent Examples of evolves
Who is actually responsible for how the system evolves?
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Matthew Sweeney, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
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
Should your tastes change or your bedroom’s color palette evolves, the removable cushions reveal handsome wooden headboard slats that make the design feel like two bed frames in one.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 28 May 2026
Everybody’s favourite Premier League companion game evolves year on year, with the introduction of defensive contribution (DEFCON) this season as well as two sets of super-powered chips.
—Holly Shand, New York Times, 26 May 2026
The shift shows how pricing competition is already influencing how Kenya’s mobile money market evolves.
—Martin K.n Siele, semafor.com, 25 May 2026
One of the things that Dominic’s books are so good on, is the way that in the modern period, pop culture evolves all the time, and particularly in response to technology.
—Sean Woods, Rolling Stone, 25 May 2026
What begins as an attempt to comfort the narrator’s suicidal mother evolves into a lifelong reminder of hope and human connection.
—Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 23 May 2026
Fast-food partnerships endure as Hollywood evolves Hollywood has undergone a dramatic transformation over the last few decades.
—Los Angeles Times, 22 May 2026
Matthew Sweeney, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
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
Should your tastes change or your bedroom’s color palette evolves, the removable cushions reveal handsome wooden headboard slats that make the design feel like two bed frames in one.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 28 May 2026
Everybody’s favourite Premier League companion game evolves year on year, with the introduction of defensive contribution (DEFCON) this season as well as two sets of super-powered chips.
—Holly Shand, New York Times, 26 May 2026
The shift shows how pricing competition is already influencing how Kenya’s mobile money market evolves.
—Martin K.n Siele, semafor.com, 25 May 2026
One of the things that Dominic’s books are so good on, is the way that in the modern period, pop culture evolves all the time, and particularly in response to technology.
—Sean Woods, Rolling Stone, 25 May 2026
What begins as an attempt to comfort the narrator’s suicidal mother evolves into a lifelong reminder of hope and human connection.
—Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 23 May 2026
Fast-food partnerships endure as Hollywood evolves Hollywood has undergone a dramatic transformation over the last few decades.
—Los Angeles Times, 22 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for evolves
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The finale's climax unfolds at East Camp, with Kayce and the marshals battling masked shooters who converge on the ranch.—
Britt Hayes,
Entertainment Weekly,
28 May 2026
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Sports fans have a lot to smile about in this latter part of the spring season, as the NBA and NHL finals are coming up and overlapping with the start of the World Cup — while the French Open unfolds and the MLB season is in full swing too.—
Jaden Thompson,
Footwear News,
28 May 2026
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The vibrant floral print of this Vince Camuto Maxi Dress practically radiates vacation energy.—
Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
29 May 2026
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Mineral Milk feels like cozying up with a blanket on a cold beach day, with lavender, sea salt, and an amber accord that radiates warmth.—
Ariel Wodarcyk,
InStyle,
28 May 2026
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Officials say the planning process will take time, and TPWD will share updates – including potential opening timelines – as work progresses.—
Doug Myers,
CBS News,
28 May 2026
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The robot’s motions appear increasingly fluid as the session progresses, suggesting that the exercises are intended to test not only strength but also agility, reflexes, and real-time adaptation, reports Techeblog.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
27 May 2026
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The film casts Courtenay as Norman, the devoted, slightly fey dresser to a declining Shakespearean actor (Finney) touring England during the Blitz.—
Seth Abramovitch,
HollywoodReporter,
19 May 2026
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The finding casts doubt on previous studies that used these tools without accounting for intelligence and suggests depression screening in doctor’s offices may be flawed.—
Simon Makin,
Scientific American,
14 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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How Insulin Resistance Works in the Body Insulin is the hormone your pancreas releases to move sugar out of your bloodstream and into your cells, where it is used for energy.—
Samantha Agate,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
2 June 2026
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Every weekday, the CNBC Investing Club with Jim Cramer releases the Homestretch — an actionable afternoon update, just in time for the last hour of trading on Wall Street.—
Jeff Marks,
CNBC,
2 June 2026
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But high performance rarely develops under perfect conditions.—
Irma Davarashvili,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
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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
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Brith, filled with a sudden dread, stands very still, watching it, and the dog, sensing something, emits a low growl.—
Maggie O’Farrell,
Literary Hub,
2 June 2026
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In order to discourage agents from using jqwik there is a change to what jqwik emits at runtime.—
Dan Goodin,
ArsTechnica,
28 May 2026
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“Evolves.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/evolves. Accessed 3 Jun. 2026.
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