1
as in evolution
the act or process of going from the simple or basic to the complex or advanced
the development of an idea into a marketable product
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2
as in outcome
a condition or occurrence traceable to a cause
a development that the writers of the law never anticipated or intended
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as in growth
the process of becoming mature
a tulip's development from a bulb into a flower
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Recent Examples of development
Vance's trip also comes after the White House announced Stargate — a $500 billion investment in artificial intelligence development in the U.S. backed by OpenAI, Softbank and Oracle.
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Olivia Rinaldi, CBS News, 4 Feb. 2025
The economic development bill mandates mediation if the two sides do not enter into a community mitigation agreement by May 1.
—Gayla Cawley, Boston Herald, 3 Feb. 2025
But during its development by IDEC Pharmaceuticals (now Biogen), the NCI also funded the crucial clinical trials that were needed to obtain FDA approval.
—Alex Knapp, Forbes, 23 Jan. 2025
With Robinson’s time coming sooner than expected, the Dolphins took an all-in approach towards his development.
—C. Isaiah Smalls Ii, Miami Herald, 23 Jan. 2025
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Olivia Rinaldi, CBS News, 4 Feb. 2025
The economic development bill mandates mediation if the two sides do not enter into a community mitigation agreement by May 1.
—Gayla Cawley, Boston Herald, 3 Feb. 2025
But during its development by IDEC Pharmaceuticals (now Biogen), the NCI also funded the crucial clinical trials that were needed to obtain FDA approval.
—Alex Knapp, Forbes, 23 Jan. 2025
With Robinson’s time coming sooner than expected, the Dolphins took an all-in approach towards his development.
—C. Isaiah Smalls Ii, Miami Herald, 23 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for development
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This year, the initiative carries even greater significance as two Black quarterbacks prepare to face off in Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans—a historic moment in the sport’s evolution.—
Mecca Pryor,
Essence,
1 Feb. 2025
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The album, released under Universal Music Latino and co-produced by the young singer-songwriter mostly with Julio Reyes Copello, represents a crucial moment in her artistic and emotional evolution, with a mature, authentic, and reflective proposal.—
Sigal Ratner-Arias,
Billboard,
31 Jan. 2025
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One of these customs was tied to the weather: the weather on Candlemas would determine the outcome of the remainder of winter.—
Greta Cross,
USA TODAY,
2 Feb. 2025
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Which is a lot more important than the outcome of one politician’s case.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
2 Feb. 2025
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Its preliminary results for 2024 point toward sales of $693 million, reflecting a 30% y-o-y growth.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes,
27 Jan. 2025
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Making the Band was a reality show, and certain aspects were dramatized for entertainment, decisions made regarding the group were always based on maintaining professionalism, fostering growth and ensuring the groups success.—
Rachel McRady,
People.com,
27 Jan. 2025
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Even Waymo, despite its extraordinary resources and progress, has yet to achieve long-term financial sustainability.—
Edwin Olson,
Fortune,
4 Feb. 2025
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Democrats and Republicans can't agree on how to treat the symptom, and very little progress has been made to address the main issue.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
4 Feb. 2025
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The results mark Toyota’s second consecutive year over year decline in operating profit after the company saw profit fall 20% year over year in the previous quarter.—
Dylan Butts,
CNBC,
5 Feb. 2025
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But the defense reportedly hopes to suppress the results of their client’s blood alcohol testing and dismiss statements Higgins made to authorities after the crash.—
Brian Niemietz,
New York Daily News,
5 Feb. 2025
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The biggest reason the internet appears bored and uninterested with the Samsung Galaxy S25 range can be attributed to the maturation and plateauing of the smartphone market.—
Callum Booth,
Forbes,
23 Jan. 2025
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And Matt’s maturation is the next step for him as a leader.—
Walter Villa,
Miami Herald,
19 Jan. 2025
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His work explored complex themes, including liberation, aviation, and expansion.—
Keyaira Boone,
Essence,
4 Feb. 2025
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The news comes at a time of great change and expansion at Walt Disney World.—
Carly Caramanna,
Travel + Leisure,
3 Feb. 2025
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Finally, the resultant structure was coated in potassium hydroxide, which washes away less stable structures and leaves behind thousands of microscopic pores.—
Michael Franco,
New Atlas,
20 Dec. 2024
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Designers had initially hoped to tunnel beneath the rail line, but UP refused permission, the resultant bridge adding well over $15 million to the project cost, according to Ellerman.—
Mark Lamster,
Dallas News,
29 June 2023
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“Development.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/development. Accessed 9 Feb. 2025.
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