in development

phrase

: in the process of being prepared, developed, or completed

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While it’s not thought such AirPods will go on sale imminently, the product is reported to be further along in development than smart glasses. — David Phelan, Forbes.com, 4 July 2026 Many states have similar confidentiality programs, or programs in development. — Aj Willingham, AJC.com, 6 July 2026 Yellowstone creator Taylor Sheridan has numerous TV show and movie projects currently in development. — Brianna Zigler, Entertainment Weekly, 7 July 2026 The streamer announced in July 2022 that a sequel to the movie was in development with Gosling and directors Joe and Anthony Russo returning. — Raven Brunner, PEOPLE, 7 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for in development

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“In development.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20development. Accessed 8 Jul. 2026.

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