evolving

verb

present participle of evolve
1
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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2
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 But tradition is also evolving, particularly for younger generations growing up in the United States. — CBS News, 8 Nov. 2026 Of importance to all of us on this team is watching what readers are interested in, understanding that Connecticut is evolving, and working to provide information that readers can use to make decisions in their lives. — Helen I. Bennett, Hartford Courant, 8 Nov. 2026 Now, the 990v7 carries on tradition by further evolving the design. — Riley Jones, Footwear News, 7 Nov. 2026 The development comes at a time when navies worldwide are increasingly seeking cost-effective and adaptable solutions to address evolving maritime threats. — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 7 Nov. 2026 That is perhaps best evident in her home on Manhattan’s Upper East Side, which doubled as her own ever-evolving gallery from the mid-1960s until her death in 2025. — Demetrius Simms For Robb Report, ARTnews.com, 6 Nov. 2026 With several players evolving under Eidevall and general manager Camille Ashton able to bring in helpful players during the seson, the Wave set a club record for points per match. — Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Nov. 2026 The award celebrates her ever-evolving artistic journey and her ability to leave a lasting mark on the Italian music landscape. — Billboard Italy, Billboard, 6 Nov. 2026 The only question is whether our ability to protect small businesses and the broader online environment will stay ahead of evolving cyber threats. — Michael Miebach, Time, 30 Oct. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for evolving
  1. unfolding
  2. radiating
  3. progressing
  4. casting
  5. growing
  6. releasing
  7. developing
  8. emitting
Verb
  • From early starts to days unfolding in offices, studios and city streets, the campaign brings together Hoka’s focus on comfort, performance and movement with Marni’s creative approach to personal style.
    — Stephen Garner, Footwear News, 5 Nov. 2026
  • The unrest is unfolding as France’s campaign to choose Macron’s successor gathers pace, with far-right candidate Marine Le Pen leading the race.
    — Sylvie Corbet, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2026
Definition of unfolding
Verb
  • The City of Angels star proved otherwise by uploading several photos of herself in her younger years, followed by a video of herself radiating from the inside and on the outside today.
    — Skyler Caruso, PEOPLE, 30 Oct. 2026
  • Peak was certainly radiating, thanks to glossy eyelid makeup, rose blush and highlight on her cheeks, and sparkling pink lips.
    — Arushi Jacob, Footwear News, 29 Oct. 2026
Definition of radiating
Verb
  • Proctor missed last week’s game but has been steadily progressing this week.
    — Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 6 Nov. 2026
  • Carter recommended resistance training, such as free weights, weight machines, resistance bands or body-weight exercises like push-ups, two to three times weekly, progressing gradually to a higher intensity to build more muscle.
    — NBC news, NBC news, 4 Nov. 2026
Definition of progressing
Verb
  • Tuesday’s Democratic sweep shook the energy stock market, boosting clean energy company shares on the expectation of a more renewables-friendly Congress and casting a pall on oil.
    — Eugenia Perozo, semafor.com, 5 Nov. 2026
  • Trump has made false claims about voting fraud, such as insisting noncitizens are casting ballots en masse.
    — Jill Colvin, Chicago Tribune, 4 Nov. 2026
Definition of casting
Verb
  • The controversy highlights a growing concern in academia about whether some researchers could rely too heavily on AI to churn out a wave of papers that overwhelms journals charged with vetting the work.
    — TODD WALLACK THE WASHINGTON POST, Arkansas Online, 8 Nov. 2026
  • With Diwali underway, the Bay Area's growing Indian-American community is making its presence felt through food, fashion, music and celebrations that bring generations together.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 8 Nov. 2026
Definition of growing
Verb
  • Authorities have a pending identification of the suspect and are not releasing it at this time, Losat said.
    — Meredith Deliso, ABC News, 5 Nov. 2026
  • Rather than simply releasing it into the environment, some facilities can recover this heat and supply it to nearby homes and businesses through district heating networks.
    — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 5 Nov. 2026
Definition of releasing
Verb
  • The official also said developing different weapon systems was increasingly urgent, arguing that the country’s armed forces needed to defend national security and deter external threats.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 3 Nov. 2026
  • Back in downtown Juneau, Huna Totem is developing Áak’w Landing, a cruise dock and waterfront development targeting its first full season in 2028.
    — Karen Gardiner, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of developing
Verb
  • The worm-like creature enters Chekov’s ear and wraps itself around his brain, producing what is considered one of the cringiest scenes of the franchise, with Koenig emitting a blood-curdling scream.
    — Andy Rose, CNN Money, 26 Oct. 2026
  • Court filings said the McCoys brought in another plumber who discovered the plumbing vents were emitting gases into the attic.
    — Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Oct. 2026
Definition of emitting

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