as in ripe
fully grown or developed
a fully ripened musical talent
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as in grew
to become mature
pears ripening on the tree
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Recent Examples of ripened
Catharine Kaufman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Apr. 2026
These delicate fruits are picked before they're fully ripened, which means that the right storage methods are key to coax the best flavor and quality out of them.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 22 Feb. 2026
Richard Crowe, who gardens in Beaumont, has a pomegranate tree that has recently ripened 400 fruit.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 31 Jan. 2026
If a banana has ripened and become mushy, don't stress!
—Nashia Baker, Martha Stewart, 9 Jan. 2026
Indulge in the iconic food and drink Believed to have been enjoyed since the early days of Wimbledon in the late 1800s, strawberries and cream has become synonymous with the British tournament, originally introduced because the fruit ripened in the summer months, perfectly timed to the Grand Slam.
—Rachel Chang, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Aug. 2025
In the nose is pineapple and sun-ripened mango.
—Brad Japhe, Forbes.com, 24 Aug. 2025
Verb
Store in a warm spot in your kitchen for about one month until fully ripened.
—Catharine Kaufman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Apr. 2026
These delicate fruits are picked before they're fully ripened, which means that the right storage methods are key to coax the best flavor and quality out of them.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 22 Feb. 2026
Richard Crowe, who gardens in Beaumont, has a pomegranate tree that has recently ripened 400 fruit.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 31 Jan. 2026
If a banana has ripened and become mushy, don't stress!
—Nashia Baker, Martha Stewart, 9 Jan. 2026
Indulge in the iconic food and drink Believed to have been enjoyed since the early days of Wimbledon in the late 1800s, strawberries and cream has become synonymous with the British tournament, originally introduced because the fruit ripened in the summer months, perfectly timed to the Grand Slam.
—Rachel Chang, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Aug. 2025
In the nose is pineapple and sun-ripened mango.
—Brad Japhe, Forbes.com, 24 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ripened
Adjective
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Here, ripe slices are layered over a buttery, flaky crust with garlic, grated cheese, lemon zest, and fresh herbs, then baked until the edges are deeply golden and the tomatoes are soft and caramelized.—
Andy Baraghani,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
6 May 2026
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The use of biometrics has been controversial, and privacy advocates have warned the practice could be ripe for identity theft and that customers’ biometric data could be shared with law enforcement.—
Evan Simko-Bednarski,
New York Daily News,
6 May 2026
Verb
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Georgia's Environmental Protection Division issued neither fish advisories nor do-not-drink orders to the public even as concerns grew among scientists and federal regulators about the dangers of PFAS.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
6 May 2026
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Global guest attendance measured across eight domestic and international parks and passenger cruises days grew more than 2% last quarter.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
6 May 2026
Adjective
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Think of this as the matured version of the Kool-Aid dip-dye technique.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
7 Nov. 2025
Verb
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That progressed slowly to sending each other nudes.—
Staff Author,
PEOPLE,
27 Apr. 2026
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Morgan Rogers fired wide from the ensuing chance, yet the sweeping move — teasing passes before going through the gears as play progressed upfield — was what Villa often desire, but can sometime lack.—
Jacob Tanswell,
New York Times,
26 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Space plants according to their mature width, approximately 12-18 inches apart.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
4 May 2026
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Formulated with mature skin in mind, the primer is packed with hydrating ingredients like shea butter, vitamin E, squalane, and aloe vera.—
Isabel Garcia,
PEOPLE,
4 May 2026
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Though the popular age demographic is college-aged, women of all ages are encouraged to try on their clothes.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
6 May 2026
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Tickets are on sale now, costing $35 for guests aged 14 and up and $30 for children aged 3-13, with free entry for toddlers 2 and younger.—
Camila Pedrosa,
Sacbee.com,
6 May 2026
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The Baby Club will be developed in partnership with baby gear brand Chicco while the Junior and Teens Clubs will have state-of-the-art gaming experiences, like a full arcade and MSC Formula Racer simulator.—
Kathleen Wong,
USA Today,
4 May 2026
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That guidance was developed by Ramsey County Attorney John Choi and county law enforcement agencies.—
Imani Cruzen,
Twin Cities,
4 May 2026
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“Ripened.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ripened. Accessed 11 May. 2026.
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