as in development
the process of becoming mature
a flower's maturation from bud to full bloom can take weeks
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Recent Examples of maturation
This new reposado expression got a special secondary maturation, however.
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Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 11 June 2026
Research has shown that raw cheese is not, in fact, resistant to pathogens; while aging can mitigate some risk, harmful bacteria can still survive the usual 60-day maturation process.
—Annie Waldman, ProPublica, 9 June 2026
Their populations are vulnerable and slow to recover because of their slow growth rate, late age of maturation and small litter sizes, Danielle Castillo, zoological curator of aquariums at SeaWorld San Diego, told ABC News.
—Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 1 June 2026
And this new Nvidia hardware signals the maturation of that early vision, offering a new level of power, driving use cases that, even recently, sounded like science fiction.
—Brian Westover, PC Magazine, 1 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for maturation
Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 11 June 2026
Research has shown that raw cheese is not, in fact, resistant to pathogens; while aging can mitigate some risk, harmful bacteria can still survive the usual 60-day maturation process.
—Annie Waldman, ProPublica, 9 June 2026
Their populations are vulnerable and slow to recover because of their slow growth rate, late age of maturation and small litter sizes, Danielle Castillo, zoological curator of aquariums at SeaWorld San Diego, told ABC News.
—Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 1 June 2026
And this new Nvidia hardware signals the maturation of that early vision, offering a new level of power, driving use cases that, even recently, sounded like science fiction.
—Brian Westover, PC Magazine, 1 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for maturation
Noun
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This includes streaming video on demand, linear television and studio production, distribution and development.—
Savannah Sicurella,
AJC.com,
13 June 2026
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Suárez sees her development continuing with the Mercury, along with adjusting to playing her rookie season in the WNBA.—
Lawrence Dow,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
12 June 2026
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Russia is experiencing growth stagnation – even recession by some economists’ estimates – as well as rampant business closures and declining consumer confidence, Snegovaya said.—
Lauren Kent,
CNN Money,
14 June 2026
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Culture is a growth asset, not a soft benefit.—
Rhett Power,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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The two could be seen posing together in front of a flowering rose bush.—
Hannah Sacks,
PEOPLE,
9 June 2026
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There will be a display of drought-resistant flowering bromeliads from members’ collections and vendors.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 June 2026
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Walk through a gallery of bronze busts immortalizing the game's greatest players and learn about the evolution of the game from the days of leather helmets to modern gear.—
USA TODAY Network,
USA Today,
10 June 2026
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A sign of the times, the hotel company is tuning into a new evolution marked by a generation of luxury travelers in search of a local connection, life-changing, authentic experiences and lasting memories.—
Sofia Celeste,
Footwear News,
9 June 2026
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Sani says the very long and gentle ripening season allowed the grapes to achieve excellent phenolic maturity while preserving freshness, balance, and aromatic complexity.—
Mike DeSimone,
Robb Report,
14 June 2026
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This also means better tomato ripening and a better yield.—
Tessa Cooper,
The Spruce,
12 June 2026
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“Maturation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/maturation. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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