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as in to evolve
to gradually become clearer or more detailed
as the story of the bombing developed, the scope of the tragedy became more apparent
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as in to acquire
to come to have gradually
the youngster developed a taste for green olives
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as in to grow
to become mature
the wine is developing nicely in the new oak barrels
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as in to expand
to express more fully and in greater detail
marketing people developed the initial idea into a complete promotional campaign
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as in to forge
to produce or bring about especially by long or repeated effort
outside consultants helped the company develop an effective marketing strategy
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Recent Examples of develop
In 2019, Chanel reinforced its horological credibility by introducing an in-house J12 movement developed with Kenissi, a renowned Swiss manufacturer cofounded by Chanel and Tudor.
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Stephen Watson, Robb Report, 1 Apr. 2025
Botanical Colors was founded in 2010 by Kathy Hattori, an authority on natural dyes who has developed several commercial processes using natural dye extracts in the industrial textile environment.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 1 Apr. 2025
Traditional wells take longer to develop but can produce oil for decades.
—Steven Dudash, Forbes.com, 1 Apr. 2025
However, if the drywall develops large vertical, horizontal, or diagonal cracks, this is a sign that the foundation is unstable.
—Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Mar. 2025
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Stephen Watson, Robb Report, 1 Apr. 2025
Botanical Colors was founded in 2010 by Kathy Hattori, an authority on natural dyes who has developed several commercial processes using natural dye extracts in the industrial textile environment.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 1 Apr. 2025
Traditional wells take longer to develop but can produce oil for decades.
—Steven Dudash, Forbes.com, 1 Apr. 2025
However, if the drywall develops large vertical, horizontal, or diagonal cracks, this is a sign that the foundation is unstable.
—Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for develop
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Begun as a lecture for visitors, the film evolved into a slideshow and now to a film presented in a small theater at Shields Date Garden.—
Pat Doherty,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Apr. 2025
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Unlike classical computing, which processes information through bits that can exist in either zeros or ones, quantum computing is an evolving field where quantum bits (or qubits) can occupy both zero and one in a single unit.—
Rachel Curry,
CNBC,
6 Apr. 2025
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Once acquired, use it for a personal website that showcases your expertise, portfolio, media mentions and contact information.—
Scott Keever,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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On March 4, the Bears acquired their first new starter for him: guard Jonah Jackson, who previously played for Johnson and the Lions before signing with the Los Angeles Rams.—
Adam Jahns,
New York Times,
8 Apr. 2025
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As this reality sets in, there is a growing opening for fintech startups to bridge the gap.—
Ilona Limonta-Volkova,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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Taissa's growing desperation reveals hidden aspects of herself.—
Billie Melissa,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Apr. 2025
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In this slice-of-life portrait, Chen shows how childhood experiences can shape someone, illustrating how a childhood passion might expand their horizons without necessarily becoming a lifelong vocation.—
Murtada Elfadl,
Variety,
29 Mar. 2025
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Mace says the impact expands beyond the number of people using the device.—
Jason Quick,
New York Times,
28 Mar. 2025
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The film, which is represented internationally by Pathé, follows a woman who leaves her hometown to forge a bigger and better life for herself, but must return home because of a family emergency.—
Elsa Keslassy,
Variety,
10 Apr. 2025
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Giving consumers an authentic, memorable, and novel experience that shows how the brand understands the consumer on a deeper level forges a connection that can’t be bought.—
Alison Coleman,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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Deep in the heart of Southeast Asia’s tropical rainforests, a marvel of nature unfolds daily — a story of explosive heroism that redefines sacrifice.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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The shooting unfolded the night of March 7 at Carteret St. and Broadway, near a McDonald’s and a White Castle not far from the Passaic River.—
Jessica Schladebeck,
New York Daily News,
4 Apr. 2025
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In Azerbaijan, the pomegranate is not only cultivated across 25,000 hectares of orchards, but celebrated in annual festivals, etched into frescoes, and lovingly folded into everything from savory stews to syrupy preserves.—
Daphne Ewing-Chow,
Forbes.com,
1 Apr. 2025
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An investigation into Fuji Media revealed that the group’s TV network cultivated a culture of power imbalance and harassment.—
Christiaan Hetzner,
Fortune,
1 Apr. 2025
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This approval is a significant step forward and should open the doorway to a therapy that has clear clinical advantages for the patient with mCRPC who has progressed on one ARPI and has not received chemotherapy.—
Melissa Rudy,
FOXNews.com,
6 Apr. 2025
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Engaging stakeholders transparently about DEI strategies and progress fosters trust and demonstrates a genuine commitment to inclusivity.—
Jason Wingard,
Forbes.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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“Develop.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/develop. Accessed 15 Apr. 2025.
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