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verb

past tense of evolve

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Recent Examples of evolved
Adjective
This evolved mission mandates more than technology alone. Kevin Cohee, Forbes.com, 25 June 2026 The leader and protector of his kingdom, his character embodies this Fire sign in its most evolved form. Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 24 June 2026 This evolved role is the Meridian Manager. Brett Hurt, Fortune, 23 June 2026 Future observations of evolved stars such as L2 Puppis and improved models of stellar tides could help narrow the uncertainty. Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 20 June 2026 Jun and his companions set out to try and save their moon as Travelers leaping into the timestream to uncover ancient secrets and locate powerful alien remnants that will aid them in battling back against evolved human descendants called Celestials. Jeff Spry, Space.com, 16 June 2026 And yet such naked projection felt somehow hopeful, as though simply being able to conceive of such evolved avatars of masculinity might help power them into existence. Sophie Gilbert, The Atlantic, 10 June 2026 This is therefore part of a larger research stream that centers on the ways that some modern problems stem from a mismatch between our evolved brains and our modern human environments, which have changed dramatically in an eye-blink of evolutionary time. Owen D. Jones, The Conversation, 26 May 2026 Indigo Girls fans already have an evolved perspective on aging and a deeper understanding of how badass vulnerability really is. Chris Willman, Variety, 19 Apr. 2026
Verb
According to interior designer Courtney Blanton, pool houses have really evolved due to modern technology with materials that last longer and are heartier. Terri Williams, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026 Cruise ship spas have evolved from simple massage rooms into comprehensive wellness centers. Nathan Diller, USA Today, 28 June 2026 Microsoft’s strategy has evolved. Sebastian Herrera, Fortune, 27 June 2026 And Cow-yard Row eventually evolved into modern-day Harvard Yard. Joe Yogerst, CNN Money, 27 June 2026 Because of this risk, the highly specialized pilot boat evolved. David Szondy june 27, New Atlas, 27 June 2026 That venture evolved into ready-to-wear in 2022, then into wedding, accessories, and vintage homeware. Madeline Hirsch, InStyle, 26 June 2026 What started as a small crew of kids connected by a handheld system rapidly evolved into something more significant. Kenneth Okeke, Chicago Tribune, 26 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for evolved
Adjective
  • The same research reported that more than 80% of respondents felt AI improved productivity, while 59% reported a positive influence on code quality.
    Muhammad Muzammil Rawjani, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
  • In 1785, the Pennsylvania General Assembly commissioned an improved road over Forbes, which was built for military speed, to accommodate wagons and horse travel.
    Salena Zito, Washington Post, 1 July 2026
Verb
  • While this was one of the most popular series of the late ‘90s/early aughts, each week’s storyline unfolded in a bloodbath of intense violence.
    Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal, Parents, 3 July 2026
  • His father, Brady Kiser, said that he was momentarily distracted when the incident unfolded and that Emilie was away at the time.
    Marlene Lenthang, NBC news, 3 July 2026
Verb
  • Her exhibit design vision, envisaged in partnership with partner Paul Cournet and his studio Cloud, incorporated luminescence and hues that radiated from the gems, dictating the color palette of purple, green, yellow and pink.
    Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 25 June 2026
  • Neon blue airbrushing radiated off a sunshine-yellow base, while hot pink auras stood in stark contrast to white French tips.
    Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 23 June 2026
Adjective
  • Othram, based in The Woodlands, Texas, specializes in advanced DNA testing and forensic genetic genealogy, a method that can help investigators identify suspects or unknown victims when traditional law enforcement databases do not produce a match.
    Sarah Rumpf-Whitten, FOXNews.com, 5 July 2026
  • Against this backdrop, investor confidence in JCET has surged, with the company’s shares listed in Shanghai climbing 147 percent since the start of the year, driven by strong business growth and rising demand for advanced chip technologies.
    Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 4 July 2026
Verb
  • As the evening progressed, however, the noise died down, and the makeshift set at the base of the Statue of Liberty sprung into action, securing a performance without distractions.
    Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 3 July 2026
  • Long story short, the goal was ruled out for offside and the Seleção progressed through to the Round of 16.
    Ben Church, CNN Money, 3 July 2026
Verb
  • The Los Angeles Fire Department’s hazardous material team also tested for ammonia, which is used in refrigeration, and hydrogen fluoride, a toxic chemical that could be released by burning lithium-ion batteries and solar panels.
    Tony Briscoe, Los Angeles Times, 2 July 2026
  • In a new report released Wednesday, the university highlighted higher than average earnings, accelerated social mobility and declining student debt for its graduates.
    Tarini Mehta, Sacbee.com, 2 July 2026
Adjective
  • If anything, Brown seemed motivated to build off of that group with a healthier Tatum and a more developed supporting cast.
    Mark Medina, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
  • The other three women all have connections to Maxine, yet she’s not involved in their most developed and personally significant scenes.
    Richard Brody, New Yorker, 27 June 2026
Verb
  • Neither Live Nation nor Richie's reps elaborated on the singer's condition.
    Taijuan Moorman, USA Today, 1 July 2026
  • The senator's office has not elaborated on what he was hospitalized for.
    Janey Wetzel, PEOPLE, 23 June 2026

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