as in suitable
meeting the requirements of a purpose or situation
that's a particularly becoming dress for the dance
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as in growing
to eventually have as a state or quality
many people became sick with the flu with the arrival of autumn the days become crisper and breezier
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Recent Examples of becoming
Alfred Konuwa, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
But sadness, anxiety, anger and frustration can be channeled into actions such as becoming involved in activism and volunteering to help the survivors and society at large.
—Arash Javanbakht, The Conversation, 15 Sep. 2025
The film told the story of an underachieving stoner (Rogen) and an ambitious TV reporter (Katherine Heigl) who, after their one-night stand results in pregnancy, must navigate the complexities of becoming parents while getting to know each other.
—Adrienne Lafrance, The Atlantic, 15 Sep. 2025
Jones then lent his voice to nearly 200 movies and TV series, becoming a renowned actor both on the screen and on the stage.
—Vandana Pawa, People.com, 9 Sep. 2025
Birch wrote a second Sally Rooney TV adaption, Conversations with Friends, before becoming the writer and showrunner behind the series reimagining of Dead Ringers.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 8 Sep. 2025
The Indianapolis Colts scored on all seven of their offensive possessions, becoming the first team in at least 47 years (since 1978) to score on every offensive possession of a game.
—Jim Reineking, USA Today, 8 Sep. 2025
The British designer was named Givenchy’s creative director last year, becoming the French house’s eighth designer, and its second female couturier.
—Wwd Staff, Footwear News, 8 Sep. 2025
This vision of the future is becoming increasingly real thanks to advancements in autonomous driving technology.
—Fox News Staff, Fox News, 15 Mar. 2025
Verb
This is becoming the best gimmick in wrestling.
—Alfred Konuwa, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
But sadness, anxiety, anger and frustration can be channeled into actions such as becoming involved in activism and volunteering to help the survivors and society at large.
—Arash Javanbakht, The Conversation, 15 Sep. 2025
The film told the story of an underachieving stoner (Rogen) and an ambitious TV reporter (Katherine Heigl) who, after their one-night stand results in pregnancy, must navigate the complexities of becoming parents while getting to know each other.
—Adrienne Lafrance, The Atlantic, 15 Sep. 2025
Jones then lent his voice to nearly 200 movies and TV series, becoming a renowned actor both on the screen and on the stage.
—Vandana Pawa, People.com, 9 Sep. 2025
Birch wrote a second Sally Rooney TV adaption, Conversations with Friends, before becoming the writer and showrunner behind the series reimagining of Dead Ringers.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 8 Sep. 2025
The Indianapolis Colts scored on all seven of their offensive possessions, becoming the first team in at least 47 years (since 1978) to score on every offensive possession of a game.
—Jim Reineking, USA Today, 8 Sep. 2025
The British designer was named Givenchy’s creative director last year, becoming the French house’s eighth designer, and its second female couturier.
—Wwd Staff, Footwear News, 8 Sep. 2025
This vision of the future is becoming increasingly real thanks to advancements in autonomous driving technology.
—Fox News Staff, Fox News, 15 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for becoming
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Scientists revealed that the 1200-volt, 400-amp power module is suitable for use in power grids and even heavy-duty vehicles such as next-generation aircraft and military vehicles.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
13 Sep. 2025
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Nonfunctional Gadgets and Tech Outdated gadgets are rarely suitable for donation.—
Nafeesah Allen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Mineral explorers hoping to meet the growing demand for rare earths are vying for a slice of nearly $1 billion in Brazilian funding to help make their projects a reality in a country with the largest reserves after China.—
Evelyn Cheng,
CNBC,
17 Sep. 2025
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In the battle to usurp the Conservative Party, Robinson is eclipsed by the growing strength of Reform UK, a political party led by Nigel Farage.—
Timothy Nerozzi,
The Washington Examiner,
17 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Because the evidence regarding his intellectual disability wasn’t raised during the proper or procedurally appropriate time.—
Landon Mion,
FOXNews.com,
19 Sep. 2025
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Head to the charming downtown for shopping and dining, or follow the Bastrop County, Texas Film Trail to see filming locations for movies like the seasonally appropriate horror classic The Texas Chainsaw Massacre.—
Beth Luberecki,
USA Today,
19 Sep. 2025
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López departed after four innings and just 61 pitches in the Twins’ 6-2 loss to the Cleveland Guardians on Friday night at Target Field, getting five more outs after the play before leaving with what the Twins called right forearm tightness as a result of the dive.—
Betsy Helfand,
Twin Cities,
20 Sep. 2025
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The Lions outgained the Packers by 100 yards in a Week 1 loss before getting 511 yards total offense against the Bears.—
Jack Magruder,
Forbes.com,
20 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Pants like Ewedoos’ Wide-leg Stretchy Work Pants are soft and loose-fitting for all-day wear, plus their dark color easily hides food or drink spills, wrinkles, dirt, and sweat.—
Staff Author,
Travel + Leisure,
19 Sep. 2025
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So perhaps the latest trending dating term is fitting.—
Nicole Fallert,
USA Today,
19 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The Atlantic basin may have been quiet going into the peak of hurricane season, but a new storm is expected to develop in the region in the coming days.—
Julia Jacobo,
ABC News,
16 Sep. 2025
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Untick this box to stop the process going ahead.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
16 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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In the filing, Clark said the nurse failed to provide proper medical care to other patients at the Missouri hospital, adding that another hospital in Phoenix had also terminated her due to patient safety concerns.—
Jay Weaver,
Miami Herald,
20 Sep. 2025
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Per my grandmother’s advice, making the perfect pancakes on a countertop griddle comes down to maintaining a steady not-too-hot temperature and having a proper non-stick surface.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
20 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Still, more buyers are turning to adjustable-rate mortgages (ARMs), betting that rates will decline further in the coming years.—
Samantha Delouya,
CNN Money,
18 Sep. 2025
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Prioritize Human Creativity In the coming years, AI search will likely thrive and strengthen.—
Michael Kuzminov,
Forbes.com,
18 Sep. 2025
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“Becoming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/becoming. Accessed 21 Sep. 2025.
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