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as in unfolding
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 radiating
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 evolving
This collaboration reflects Sooka’s commitment to expanding our content ecosystem with innovative, mobile-first formats that resonate with evolving viewing habits.
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Liz Shackleton, Deadline, 17 June 2026
Property Play covers new and evolving opportunities for the real estate investor, from individuals to venture capitalists, private equity funds, family offices, institutional investors and large public companies.
—Diana Olick, CNBC, 17 June 2026
Lava fields stretch for miles, black‑sand beaches meet teal water, and Hawaii Volcanoes National Park offers a rare look at an evolving landscape.
—David Dickstein, Oc Register, 17 June 2026
However, in the evolving wine landscape of 2026, grape cognoscenti are as likely to be planning their next vineyard adventure to Texas or Essex as to Bordeaux or Veneto.
—Maureen O'Hare, CNN Money, 17 June 2026
Guidelines around the pre-surgical use of medications such as Ozempic, Wegovy, Zepbound, and Mounjaro are evolving.
—Michele Promaulayko, Allure, 17 June 2026
That may be the most important takeaway from this evolving research.
—Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 17 June 2026
As Shaye went through the process of transitioning, however, Amanda started to realize that her understanding of her sexuality was evolving, too.
—Luke Chinman, PEOPLE, 17 June 2026
How are partnerships evolving for you as a creator?
—Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 17 June 2026
Liz Shackleton, Deadline, 17 June 2026
Property Play covers new and evolving opportunities for the real estate investor, from individuals to venture capitalists, private equity funds, family offices, institutional investors and large public companies.
—Diana Olick, CNBC, 17 June 2026
Lava fields stretch for miles, black‑sand beaches meet teal water, and Hawaii Volcanoes National Park offers a rare look at an evolving landscape.
—David Dickstein, Oc Register, 17 June 2026
However, in the evolving wine landscape of 2026, grape cognoscenti are as likely to be planning their next vineyard adventure to Texas or Essex as to Bordeaux or Veneto.
—Maureen O'Hare, CNN Money, 17 June 2026
Guidelines around the pre-surgical use of medications such as Ozempic, Wegovy, Zepbound, and Mounjaro are evolving.
—Michele Promaulayko, Allure, 17 June 2026
That may be the most important takeaway from this evolving research.
—Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 17 June 2026
As Shaye went through the process of transitioning, however, Amanda started to realize that her understanding of her sexuality was evolving, too.
—Luke Chinman, PEOPLE, 17 June 2026
How are partnerships evolving for you as a creator?
—Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 17 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for evolving
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Voting rights advocates across the South say a new chapter in the fight over political representation is unfolding following a series of court decisions and redistricting battles that could reshape congressional maps before the 2028 election cycle.—
Zachary Bynum,
CBS News,
17 June 2026
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With pockets of protests against the Iranian government unfolding outside SoFi Stadium, Iran just took the field for warm-ups.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
16 June 2026
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In one engraving from van Deventer’s manual, his arm is shown inserted into an empty uterus almost up to the elbow, the engraver’s close, texturing lines transforming his hand into a radiating light within a cavernous female darkness.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
16 June 2026
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The home advantage definitely helps, with the American fans radiating a special kind of enthusiasm.—
Philipp Lahm,
New York Times,
14 June 2026
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The robotic mission to Mars would launch on Relativity’s Terran R reusable rocket, which is progressing through development in advance of its inaugural flight, perhaps as soon as next year.—
Stephen Clark,
ArsTechnica,
19 June 2026
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Wright said such milestones demonstrate how quickly advanced nuclear technologies are progressing under current federal initiatives.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
19 June 2026
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Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, soon signed it remotely too –– quickly casting doubt over whether an in-person signing event was now needed.—
Nic Robertson,
CNN Money,
19 June 2026
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Before Sony, Chugerman worked in casting at ABC.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
18 June 2026
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Many travelers dream of one day living abroad, but a growing number of US citizens are making that fantasy a reality.—
Jessica Puckett,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 June 2026
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The findings, the latest in a growing body of research about the vaccine’s benefits for heart health, suggest such benefits observed in earlier studies have persisted for years.—
Daniel Wu,
Washington Post,
16 June 2026
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In 2018, Anas Aremeyaw Anas, an investigative journalist famous for wearing a beaded mask to hide his identity, exposed just how deep Ghana’s football problems ran by releasing a documentary that was screened at cinemas and theatres across the country.—
Simon Hughes,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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But the White House is moving ahead with releasing details to the public, and on Wednesday, senior administration officials read out each line of the understanding to reporters.—
Mabinty Quarshie,
The Washington Examiner,
17 June 2026
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The agreement imposed limits on Iran's nuclear program to prevent it from developing nuclear weapons.—
Swapna Venugopal Ramaswamy,
USA Today,
19 June 2026
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Rodriguez has been developing the concept for more than a decade, based on drawings and stories created with and for his children.—
Pat Saperstein,
Variety,
18 June 2026
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As the world looks for newer ways to meet it energy demands without emitting carbon, fusion energy seems to be the most likely option.—
Ameya Paleja,
Interesting Engineering,
17 June 2026
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However, the material that swirls around the black hole can heat up and glow due to friction and tidal forces, emitting radio waves and X-rays.—
Jacopo Prisco,
CNN Money,
16 June 2026
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“Evolving.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/evolving. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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