fleshing (out)

present participle of flesh (out)

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fleshing (out)
Verb
  • In the search for good ideas, Miami-Dade will award $100,000 each to three startups that are developing technology to divert waste from landfills and improve public sustainability engagement.
    Ashley Miznazi, Miami Herald, 5 Sep. 2025
  • This achievement marks a critical first step in the BALIS project, an initiative aimed at developing powerful, climate-friendly propulsion systems for future aircraft, ships, and heavy-duty vehicles.
    Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 4 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Student Experience and Programming — expanding academic programs such as the Capstone Design, the Flowers Invention Studio, and the Student Competition Center by supporting faculty mentors and students.
    Michael T. Nietzel, Forbes.com, 6 Sep. 2025
  • France, which plans to recognize a Palestinian state this month at the United Nations, also voiced its opposition to Israel expanding operations in Gaza.
    Rachel Wolf, FOXNews.com, 6 Sep. 2025
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“Fleshing (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fleshing%20%28out%29. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.

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