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
Hiroko Tabuchi, New York Times, 27 Dec. 2024
With low-code/no-code (LC/NC) platforms, this vision is becoming a reality, unleashing creativity and redefining who holds the keys to technological innovation.
—Hrishikesh Joshi, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
That continues the trend of veterinary medicine becoming a predominantly female health profession ever since 2009.
—Michael T. Nietzel, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
And the dream that Forest could possibly secure a return to Europe for the first time in nearly 30 years is becoming more vivid with each passing week.
—Paul Taylor, The Athletic, 27 Dec. 2024
These worlds — where survival, cooperation and competition are key modes of engagement — are becoming metaphors for our complex realities as technology continues to reconstitute the human experience.
—Anisha Sircar, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
The bald eagle, with its history as the symbol of the nation going back over 200 years, made a roaring comeback from near extinction to becoming America's official bird this week.
—Jeanine Santucci, USA TODAY, 27 Dec. 2024
Could Carson Wentz still lead them to a victory in Denver, becoming a hero for teams chasing the Broncos?
—Paul Dehner Jr., The Athletic, 27 Dec. 2024
Creativity & Analytical Thinking Human creativity and resourcefulness are becoming the true differentiators of effective leadership, regardless of the influx of new AI tools.
—Kara Dennison, Sphr, Cprw, Ec, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
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The data suggested that the toxic chemicals, made by 3M, were fast becoming ubiquitous in the environment.
—Hiroko Tabuchi, New York Times, 27 Dec. 2024
With low-code/no-code (LC/NC) platforms, this vision is becoming a reality, unleashing creativity and redefining who holds the keys to technological innovation.
—Hrishikesh Joshi, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
That continues the trend of veterinary medicine becoming a predominantly female health profession ever since 2009.
—Michael T. Nietzel, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
And the dream that Forest could possibly secure a return to Europe for the first time in nearly 30 years is becoming more vivid with each passing week.
—Paul Taylor, The Athletic, 27 Dec. 2024
These worlds — where survival, cooperation and competition are key modes of engagement — are becoming metaphors for our complex realities as technology continues to reconstitute the human experience.
—Anisha Sircar, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
The bald eagle, with its history as the symbol of the nation going back over 200 years, made a roaring comeback from near extinction to becoming America's official bird this week.
—Jeanine Santucci, USA TODAY, 27 Dec. 2024
Could Carson Wentz still lead them to a victory in Denver, becoming a hero for teams chasing the Broncos?
—Paul Dehner Jr., The Athletic, 27 Dec. 2024
Creativity & Analytical Thinking Human creativity and resourcefulness are becoming the true differentiators of effective leadership, regardless of the influx of new AI tools.
—Kara Dennison, Sphr, Cprw, Ec, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for becoming
Adjective
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Since then, Trump officials have not answered why the State Department appeared to be taking steps to pursue an acquisition of electric vehicles from Tesla, with the company's stainless steel Cybertruck likely being the most suitable option for an armored vehicle.—
Bobby Allyn,
NPR,
24 Feb. 2025
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This content is not, nor is intended to be, trading or investment advice or a recommendation that any investment product or strategy is suitable for any person. Follow me on Twitter.—
JJ Kinahan,
Forbes,
24 Feb. 2025
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The Industrial Revolution was gaining strength, immigration was surging, and the cities were growing at a rapid pace, some doubling in size in a decade.—
Jim Euchner,
Forbes,
27 Dec. 2024
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In fact, 30 of the 31 fastest-growing teams came from hockey.—
Brett Knight,
Forbes,
27 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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That's where the person at the top has to give appropriate direction, and that has not come from the president of the United States at this point.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
23 Feb. 2025
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What made this feel like the appropriate way to end this story?—
Willing Davidson,
The New Yorker,
23 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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She’s gotten ready to meet him and stands in front of the mirror, looking both confident and awesome in heels and a nicely fitting red mini dress, her makeup subtle and becoming.—
Stephanie Zacharek,
TIME,
24 Feb. 2025
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Nieves said the casting is fitting since Guana was a friend of Plenty Clouds'.—
Bryan Alexander,
USA TODAY,
23 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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The proper way to carry your sling bag is with the strap going across your chest.—
BestReviews,
The Mercury News,
19 Feb. 2025
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Owens says this is essential to a child's proper development.—
Leslie D. Rose,
Parents,
19 Feb. 2025
Verb
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From thrilling outdoor adventures to inaugural music festivals and exclusive culinary experiences, there’s much to look forward to in the coming months.—
Roger Sands,
Forbes,
4 Jan. 2025
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The launch set a record for turnaround time for the company from a single launch pad coming four days, three hours, and 11 minutes since the July 23 launch.—
Richard Tribou,
Orlando Sentinel,
4 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Similarly, denim is often called out by consumers due to fit regarding length.—
Alexandra Pastore,
WWD,
24 Feb. 2025
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Instead sort people by performance and role fit and invest, support, cherish, move up, over or out as appropriate.—
George Bradt,
Forbes,
24 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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From fitted coats and classic blazers to leather gloves, skinny belts, and more, here are our favorite street style looks to re-create from the uptown-meets-downtown-meets-Brooklyn crowd.—
Cortne Bonilla,
Vogue,
13 Feb. 2025
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At 82, McCartney was still a vision of graceful nonchalance in his fitted black jacket and crisp white shirt, hair grayed at the temples but still boyishly brushing the back of his collar.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA TODAY,
12 Feb. 2025
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“Becoming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/becoming. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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