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Recent Examples of incubation
In creating this value loop from academic research to ecosystem deployment, Pharos is building a bridge between the university and its $10M global incubation program, which is designed to accelerate RWA and DeFi projects on the eponymous chain.
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Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 21 Apr. 2026
That’s building to withstand the rigors of an NFL season and also preparing for a future in which the quarterback is no longer on a rookie deal and the front line must be cheaper — but not without some incubation time in one of the league’s best offensive line development programs.
—Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 9 Apr. 2026
Across its portfolio, art and design are woven into the retail landscape — serving as both inspiration and incubation platforms for emerging artists, students and next-generation creatives, while reinforcing the distinct identity of each destination.
—Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 25 Mar. 2026
That intimate setup suits the candid subject matter of the new record, whose incubation—and attendant health scare—is among the topics explored in Philip Sherburne’s recent profile, Bill Callahan Laughs at Death.
—Nina Corcoran, Pitchfork, 24 Mar. 2026
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Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 21 Apr. 2026
That’s building to withstand the rigors of an NFL season and also preparing for a future in which the quarterback is no longer on a rookie deal and the front line must be cheaper — but not without some incubation time in one of the league’s best offensive line development programs.
—Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 9 Apr. 2026
Across its portfolio, art and design are woven into the retail landscape — serving as both inspiration and incubation platforms for emerging artists, students and next-generation creatives, while reinforcing the distinct identity of each destination.
—Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 25 Mar. 2026
That intimate setup suits the candid subject matter of the new record, whose incubation—and attendant health scare—is among the topics explored in Philip Sherburne’s recent profile, Bill Callahan Laughs at Death.
—Nina Corcoran, Pitchfork, 24 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for incubation
Noun
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The Estate Reserve 15-Year-Old is aged in French Limousin oak barrels, an unusual choice for rum maturation that imparts greater tannic structure and spice complexity than standard ex-bourbon casks.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
17 May 2026
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The mashbill and maturation of New Riff’s single malt changes with every release (barrels are always filled at 110 proof, however), but these whiskeys have really stood out from the pack, and that remains true with the 2026 edition.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
11 May 2026
Noun
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First and foremost, there are no available players who would be decisive improvements.—
Daniel Popper,
New York Times,
21 May 2026
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Shares of the home improvement retailer are 2% lower before the bell, despite the positive report.—
Alex Harring,
CNBC,
20 May 2026
Noun
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Natural yeasts ferment fruit during the ripening process, according to a study in Oxford Academic.—
Melina Khan,
USA Today,
13 May 2026
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The rain and cool weather have meant slow ripening, but also (seemingly) faster spoilage.—
Kelly Brant,
Arkansas Online,
12 May 2026
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“Incubation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/incubation. Accessed 24 May. 2026.
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