maturing 1 of 2

noun

as in maturation
the process of becoming mature the maturing of young horses can take several years

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maturing

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verb

present participle of mature
as in growing
to become mature a young figure skater whose talent is still maturing

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Recent Examples of maturing
Verb
Those that combine strong technology, clinical rigor, and adaptability are best equipped to deliver equitable access in a maturing market. — Tanya Akim, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026 Pratt & Whitney secured a contract worth more than $10 million in late 2025 to continue maturing the Valox engine design, providing additional funding as development progresses toward hardware testing. — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 21 July 2026 And Bobby Portis was that Bucks team’s energetic sixth man, and can fill the same role in Miami, if not provide more because the 30-year-old has spent the past five seasons maturing in that exact role. — Omar Kelly july 16, Miami Herald, 16 July 2026 Research shows that the brain finishes developing and maturing in the mid to late 20s. — Jason Phillips, USA Today, 15 July 2026 Smith has been a different quarterback and person since then, maturing on and off the field when given opportunities elsewhere. — Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 14 July 2026 After the eggs hatch, the larvae feed for about a week before maturing, dropping to the ground and continuing to develop into an adult fly. — John Hanna, Chicago Tribune, 10 July 2026 This is particularly handy towards the end of the season when Brussels sprout plants are still maturing, and the cool autumn winds start blowing. — Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 June 2026 The 23-year-old’s third studio album, released this month, ushers in perhaps the most exciting phase of her career yet, one where both her style and sound are maturing in tandem. — Chelsey Sanchez, CNN Money, 25 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for maturing
  1. maturation
  2. growing
  3. development
  4. progressing
  5. flowering
  6. aging
  7. growth
  8. evolution
Noun
  • Some regions of the state are further along in fruit maturation than others, particularly the Central Coast, according to the California Association of Winegrape Growers.
    — Lizzie Kane July 24, Sacbee.com, 24 July 2026
  • The first maturation occurs in new American and French oak barrels, like other Reserva expressions, and then the spirit is given its unique cask finish.
    — Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 22 July 2026
Definition of maturation
Verb
  • By restoring full expensing for equipment purchases and research and development, the law lets businesses invest in growing instead of taxing those investments.
    — Kent Strang, Boston Herald, 26 July 2026
  • Sacramento police also evaluate Old Sacramento to see how the area is growing, according to Smith, who said the area has gotten busier in recent years.
    — Corey Schmidt, Sacbee.com, 26 July 2026
Definition of growing
Noun
  • The development will also include a nine-story tower with a four story garage, and four stories of office space, according to a filing with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
    — Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 July 2026
  • Preservationists, meanwhile, worried about the impact of taller new development on Washington Avenue’s historic scale, typically running to one or two stories in most places.
    — Andres Viglucci, Miami Herald, 22 July 2026
Definition of development
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  • Leipzig’s playing style is about ball progression — similar to the mentality preferred by Glasner at Palace — and there would not be room in their side for a player who was not capable of carrying the ball or progressing the team down the pitch.
    — Sebastian Stafford-Bloor, New York Times, 21 July 2026
  • Both times, his illness began with intense fatigue and body aches before progressing to intense diarrhea.
    — Janelle Mella, Charlotte Observer, 21 July 2026
Definition of progressing
Noun
  • For tired flowering annuals, a more substantial mid-season trim can be rejuvenating and help extend the growing period.
    — Gemma Johnstone, The Spruce, 22 July 2026
  • Peace lily The peace lily may be one of the most common flowering houseplants around, but this tranquil botanical with tropical origins is anything but boring.
    — Amelia Mularz, Architectural Digest, 22 July 2026
Definition of flowering
Verb
  • Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo are aging out of the cover rotation and EA needs the next face locked down.
    — Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026
  • It’s meant to inspire others interested in replacing their own aging seawalls with infrastructure that supports marine restoration.
    — Alex Harris, Miami Herald, 22 July 2026
Definition of aging
Noun
  • How to visit Public access Because of its vastness and thick growth, most of the swamp is accessible only by helicopter or strenuous bushwhacking.
    — Charles Seabrook, AJC.com, 25 July 2026
  • The growth of the Dolphins defensive front will bode well for Hafley, especially considering the youth in the secondary.
    — Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 25 July 2026
Definition of growth
Noun
  • As Widow’s Bay gears up for another tourist season, creator Katie Dippold reflected on the show’s evolution at San Diego Comic-Con.
    — Glenn Garner, Deadline, 25 July 2026
  • Premium audio brands Trinnov and Ascendo will showcase the latest evolution of their Cylindrical WaveForming technology at Audio Advice Live 2026.
    — John Archer, Forbes.com, 25 July 2026
Definition of evolution

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