becomes

present tense third-person singular of become
as in grows
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 becomes As the ties to his past begin to unravel, and his corrupted power grows stronger, Rand becomes increasingly unrecognizable to his closest allies, Moiraine and Egwene. Denise Petski, Deadline, 11 Dec. 2024 However, when winter rolls around the tank top becomes a layering tool rather than a focal point. Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 11 Dec. 2024 Emily, a clever talker, takes easily to the rigorous program and becomes a star student. Tajja Isen, The Atlantic, 11 Dec. 2024 Even as crypto becomes more mainstream, many of the industry’s boosters see their investments and community as a countercultural force. Charlie Warzel, The Atlantic, 11 Dec. 2024 With this promotion, Phillips becomes the first female CEO in Forbes’ 107-year history. Forbes Press Releases, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024 Will Ferrell and Reese Witherspoon star in this latest film for the streamer, in which the coveted wedding date of June 1 becomes a source of contention between Jim (Ferrell), father of a bride, and Margo Witherspoon), the sister of another bride. Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 11 Dec. 2024 Trying to Secure and Safeguard Subsidies The Biden administration is feverishly trying to cement as much of the 46th President’s clean energy legacy as possible before 45 becomes 47 on January 20. Dipka Bhambhani, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024 Reroll and cut scraps twice; chill if dough becomes too soft to work with. Anna Theoktisto, Southern Living, 1 Dec. 2024
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Verb
  • Factor in risks such as corruption, political turmoil and intellectual property theft, and the cost of manufacturing overseas grows higher still.
    Chris Turlica, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • However, there is a fundamental challenge in quantum computing space as an increasing number of errors arise as the system grows in complexity with a higher number of qubits.
    Trefis Team, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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  • When Sandy goes missing, the line between reality and game blurs and Conor must venture into the strange world of OBEX to bring her home.
    Peter Debruge, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Facing the ethical dilemma of working in a system defined by propaganda and violence, a brave teacher goes undercover to film what’s really happening in his own school.
    Peter Debruge, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • Once your organization has success under its belt, prepare yourself for what comes next.
    Evan J. Schwartz, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • In business and professional growth alike, sustained success rarely comes without a meaningful investment.
    Shay Levister, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024

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“Becomes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/becomes. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.

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