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
Sarah Zhang, The Atlantic, 7 Apr. 2025
If the debt ceiling is not raised by then, the US, for the first time in its history, could default on its debts, either by missing interest payments or not redeeming maturing bonds.
—Steve Forbes, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025
The notes have a 5-year term, maturing on April 1st, 2030.
—Mauricio Di Bartolomeo, Forbes.com, 28 Mar. 2025
In addition, the EV sector is maturing as other carmakers roll out their own makes and models.
—Rob Nikolewski, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Mar. 2025
The problem is that a disproportionate percentage of the debt and carrying the lowest coupons is maturing soon.
—Michael Khouw, CNBC, 20 Mar. 2025
While client-facing applications are maturing, and internal workflows are beginning to see adoption, the leap to core business operations remains the most challenging.
—Alexander Puutio, Forbes, 19 Mar. 2025
Such are the growing pains of a great community, turning the corner from westward expansion to confront the new reality of maintaining excellence as a maturing community.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 19 Mar. 2025
The central bank now will allow just $5 billion in maturing proceeds from Treasurys to roll off each month, down from $25 billion.
—Jeff Cox, CNBC, 19 Mar. 2025
Verb
On the left are children under 5, whose still-maturing immune systems might struggle to fend off the virus.
—Sarah Zhang, The Atlantic, 7 Apr. 2025
If the debt ceiling is not raised by then, the US, for the first time in its history, could default on its debts, either by missing interest payments or not redeeming maturing bonds.
—Steve Forbes, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025
The notes have a 5-year term, maturing on April 1st, 2030.
—Mauricio Di Bartolomeo, Forbes.com, 28 Mar. 2025
In addition, the EV sector is maturing as other carmakers roll out their own makes and models.
—Rob Nikolewski, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Mar. 2025
The problem is that a disproportionate percentage of the debt and carrying the lowest coupons is maturing soon.
—Michael Khouw, CNBC, 20 Mar. 2025
While client-facing applications are maturing, and internal workflows are beginning to see adoption, the leap to core business operations remains the most challenging.
—Alexander Puutio, Forbes, 19 Mar. 2025
Such are the growing pains of a great community, turning the corner from westward expansion to confront the new reality of maintaining excellence as a maturing community.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 19 Mar. 2025
The central bank now will allow just $5 billion in maturing proceeds from Treasurys to roll off each month, down from $25 billion.
—Jeff Cox, CNBC, 19 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for maturing
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The maturation of its player base naturally creates a demand for more mature experiences, hence why Brookhaven and its role-playing capabilities are so popular.—
Alyssa Mercante,
Rolling Stone,
20 June 2025
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One Life focuses on times of change and maturation.—
Grace Jordan-Weinstein,
People.com,
20 June 2025
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On the positive side, the increase in applications from students of color and the growing diversity of the applicant pool are encouraging signs of progress toward more significant equity in higher education.—
Scott White,
Forbes,
15 Mar. 2025
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On the other hand, the growing demand for aid could strain already tight budgets, particularly for smaller colleges with limited endowments.—
Scott White,
Forbes,
15 Mar. 2025
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However, San Jose has struggled to keep pace, with the city failing to see a single construction start last year for market-rate multi-family developments over 20 units, making the Pleasant Hills project a potential bonus should it be constructed.—
Devan Patel,
Mercury News,
28 June 2025
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The development was spearheaded by Frederick Long and Laneé Nicole, local real estate professionals, and developer David Sutor.—
Maya Wilkins,
Chicago Tribune,
28 June 2025
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The Athletic reported on Wednesday that West Ham were progressing in their talks with Potter, with the club later confirming the departure of Julen Lopetegui after six months in charge.—
Stuart James,
The Athletic,
8 Jan. 2025
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This program, which began in 2022, is designed to rectify historic problems with IDR plans that prevented many borrowers from progressing toward 20- or 25-year loan forgiveness.—
Adam S. Minsky,
Forbes,
8 Jan. 2025
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At one point, Adeline plucked a tiny flowering weed and tried to hand it to Eleanor, a 3-year-old girl.—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 June 2025
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Do this throughout the spring flowering season, as additional flowers may form after your first session. 4.—
Luke Miller,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 June 2025
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This means Boardroom and QSI will team up on commercial, investment and media content initiatives, as well as advising on PSG’s growth in the U.S., while the parties will also develop merchandise together.—
Joe Vardon,
New York Times,
20 June 2025
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The apparel segment, which contributed around 50 percent of total 618 sales, rose 7.2 percent during the May period, trailing by 6.8 percent year-over-year growth in the beauty category, according to Moojing.—
Denni Hu,
Footwear News,
20 June 2025
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The 1925 Scopes Trial, for example, was associated with a chilling effect on library holdings related to evolution.—
Jessica George,
JSTOR Daily,
25 June 2025
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The tech giants’ interest underscores the fierce competition for AI talent in what some believe will be the next major evolution of the internet.—
Lisa Eadicicco,
CNN Money,
24 June 2025
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“Maturing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/maturing. Accessed 3 Jul. 2025.
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