as in maturation
the process of becoming mature
the maturing of young horses can take several years
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as in growing
to become mature
a young figure skater whose talent is still maturing
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Recent Examples of maturing
Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 12 Mar. 2026
That argument is certainly upbeat in its implications—but the sound of Sexistential suggests the limits of maturing hedonistically.
—Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 11 Mar. 2026
The appendix is particularly rich in structures called lymphoid follicles during childhood and adolescence, when the immune system is still maturing.
—Lilia Goncharova, The Conversation, 9 Mar. 2026
Plants grown in nurseries are crops maturing at different times throughout the year.
—Chris McKeown, Cincinnati Enquirer, 7 Mar. 2026
Part of the declines are a function of a maturing business where teams in a market like San Diego curtailed freebies and cheap tickets and moved toward a model of greater scarcity and premium experiences.
—Kurt Badenhausen, Sportico.com, 5 Mar. 2026
This suggests that the core of young players the Ducks have been incubating the last couple of seasons is maturing.
—Jim Alexander, Oc Register, 5 Mar. 2026
Once the first spring generation pupates, the pupae wait out the summer heat, maturing into adults that emerge in early autumn.
—Miri Talabac, Baltimore Sun, 2 Mar. 2026
The plant’s showy spring blooms brighten the landscape, opening with a flush of pink and maturing to crisp white.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 27 Feb. 2026
Verb
New leaves emerge light blue-green maturing to a glossy olive green and then to an attractive coppery color in winter.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 12 Mar. 2026
That argument is certainly upbeat in its implications—but the sound of Sexistential suggests the limits of maturing hedonistically.
—Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 11 Mar. 2026
The appendix is particularly rich in structures called lymphoid follicles during childhood and adolescence, when the immune system is still maturing.
—Lilia Goncharova, The Conversation, 9 Mar. 2026
Plants grown in nurseries are crops maturing at different times throughout the year.
—Chris McKeown, Cincinnati Enquirer, 7 Mar. 2026
Part of the declines are a function of a maturing business where teams in a market like San Diego curtailed freebies and cheap tickets and moved toward a model of greater scarcity and premium experiences.
—Kurt Badenhausen, Sportico.com, 5 Mar. 2026
This suggests that the core of young players the Ducks have been incubating the last couple of seasons is maturing.
—Jim Alexander, Oc Register, 5 Mar. 2026
Once the first spring generation pupates, the pupae wait out the summer heat, maturing into adults that emerge in early autumn.
—Miri Talabac, Baltimore Sun, 2 Mar. 2026
The plant’s showy spring blooms brighten the landscape, opening with a flush of pink and maturing to crisp white.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 27 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for maturing
Noun
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The most telling indicator of the format’s maturation, however, was structural.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
21 Mar. 2026
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Despite some painful personnel choices, Chicago Bears GM Ryan Poles showed restraint and maturation that could pay off in the long run.—
Phil Thompson,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Mar. 2026
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Moscow relies heavily on oil revenue to finance its war on Ukraine, and sanctions were a growing handicap.—
Rebecca Johnson,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Mar. 2026
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As my clientbase ages, their needs have changed to not only collect bucket list experiences – but work with their growing family for celebrations.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 Mar. 2026
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The project does not appear to have been filed with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation as of Thursday, but an affiliated project's TDLR filings offer more insights into the site development plans.—
Julianna Duennes Russ,
Austin American Statesman,
21 Mar. 2026
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At their Tuesday meeting, council will weigh the resolution accepting the petition's withdrawal, greenlighting the development of that annexation policy, and putting a stay on future annexation applications.—
Olivia Young,
CBS News,
21 Mar. 2026
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And yes, despite his agent saying Crosby is progressing in his rehab from knee surgery, his long-term health is a question mark.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
17 Mar. 2026
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The Kings said Murray is progressing in his recovery after missing the past seven games with a left ankle sprain, but he has not been cleared to return.—
Jason Anderson,
Sacbee.com,
14 Mar. 2026
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Tomatoes, peppers, eggplant, and pumpkins need more frequent watering during flowering and while developing fruit.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
16 Mar. 2026
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Follow this guide for effective pruning of Limelight hydrangeas, including when and how to prune, along with tips to keep your shrub healthy with excellent flowering potential.—
Barbara Gillette,
The Spruce,
16 Mar. 2026
Verb
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City officials said crews encountered unexpected conditions while removing aging infrastructure inside the pool, requiring additional time and specialized equipment.—
Faith Bugenhagen,
Austin American Statesman,
21 Mar. 2026
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The fleet will start replacing the Navy’s aging Ohio-class submarines by the 2030s and will remain operational till 2084.—
Chris Young,
Interesting Engineering,
21 Mar. 2026
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Aquila says that during his time as archbishop, the diocese has received many blessings and seen significant growth, including an increase in the number of young families.—
Christa Swanson,
CBS News,
23 Mar. 2026
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The market capitalization of China’s top battery manufacturers has soared by $70 billion since the start of the Iran war, as investors predict the conflict will boost clean energy growth.—
Tom Chivers,
semafor.com,
23 Mar. 2026
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The retrospective will feature new interviews with the cast reflecting on the show’s beginnings, its evolution and its cultural impact.—
Kennedy French,
Variety,
17 Mar. 2026
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Technological evolution is closely linked to creativity, exploration and the desire to understand the unknown.—
Leonard David,
Space.com,
17 Mar. 2026
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“Maturing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/maturing. Accessed 23 Mar. 2026.
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