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as in evolving
to gradually become clearer or more detailed
as the story of the bombing developed, the scope of the tragedy became more apparent
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as in acquiring
to come to have gradually
the youngster developed a taste for green olives
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as in growing
to become mature
the wine is developing nicely in the new oak barrels
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as in expanding
to express more fully and in greater detail
marketing people developed the initial idea into a complete promotional campaign
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as in forging
to produce or bring about especially by long or repeated effort
outside consultants helped the company develop an effective marketing strategy
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Recent Examples of developing
Jake’s interview with Allen also revealed that HBO is developing a remake of Back, the Channel 4 comedy starring Peep Show pair David Mitchell and Robert Webb, with original writer Simon Blackwell on board.
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Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 4 Oct. 2024
First, Nabi recognized consumers’ developing propensity to over-use harsh active ingredients in a way that was compromising the skin’s protective moisture barrier.
—Jessica Ourisman, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
As a result, most digital health startups default to developing software-only solutions.
—Jim Pursley, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
At the event, a recruitment party for prospective employees, Musk’s main selling point was speed — touting the company’s pace in developing products, and creating AI tools in a fast and nimble environment, comparing xAI to an SR-71 jet.
—Richard Nieva, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
According to Hayes & The Heathens, the group began developing the concept of a festival after playing in the small Texas town together, known for its country music scene, back in October 2023.
—Charlotte Phillipp, People.com, 4 Oct. 2024
Drawing from my own experience, here are seven areas to consider when developing a professional, dynamic website.
—Sam Nelson, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 4 Oct. 2024
First, Nabi recognized consumers’ developing propensity to over-use harsh active ingredients in a way that was compromising the skin’s protective moisture barrier.
—Jessica Ourisman, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
As a result, most digital health startups default to developing software-only solutions.
—Jim Pursley, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
At the event, a recruitment party for prospective employees, Musk’s main selling point was speed — touting the company’s pace in developing products, and creating AI tools in a fast and nimble environment, comparing xAI to an SR-71 jet.
—Richard Nieva, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
According to Hayes & The Heathens, the group began developing the concept of a festival after playing in the small Texas town together, known for its country music scene, back in October 2023.
—Charlotte Phillipp, People.com, 4 Oct. 2024
Drawing from my own experience, here are seven areas to consider when developing a professional, dynamic website.
—Sam Nelson, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for developing
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That’s why businesses should regularly review and tune their security alerts and controls to keep pace with evolving threats while ensuring employees have secure ways to collaborate and do their jobs effectively.Josh Orrison, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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Engineers who understand the principles behind AI and keep developing their problem-solving skills will be the ones who succeed in this evolving field.Julius Hietala, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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The company continues to focus on acquiring and managing income-producing properties and highlights its dependence on a few large tenants for a significant portion of its rental income.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
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PodcastOne continues to focus on expanding its slate of original programming and acquiring exclusive rights to certain podcasts.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
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Things can take a turn on the fifth or sixth day of your injection protocol, once a bunch of follicles are growing.Erica Sloan, SELF, 4 Oct. 2024
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However, this research adds to a growing body of work exploring innovative treatments to improve healing from severe skin wounds.Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 4 Oct. 2024
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Authorities will also highlight companies that show signs of inactivity on the registry of the Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority, and are considering expanding a digital platform that lets banks share information on customers who show potential financial crime concerns.Eleanor Pringle, Fortune Asia, 4 Oct. 2024
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Now the ride-share giant is expanding its service to include day-trip safaris in Africa.Passport by ForbesLife, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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Two state investigations are unfolding into the tragedy as employees, victims’ families and company owners offer differing accounts of the hour before floodwaters overtook the area.Alisha Ebrahimji, CNN, 4 Oct. 2024
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Iran, a key player in this unfolding drama, contributes significantly to the global oil market.Robert Daugherty, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
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Exactly 150 years ago, scientists first discovered that leaf-cutter ants were cultivating gardens of fungi inside their nests, feeding the fungi bits of leaves and in turn eating the tips of the fungal webs.Kate Golembiewski, CNN, 4 Oct. 2024
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Executive presence is about cultivating a professional brand that reflects your achievements in a way that exudes confidence.Cara Heilmann, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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The habits and mindsets that brought you success at one stage of your career might hold you back from progressing to the next level.Cara Heilmann, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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After this recent stratospheric flight, which was supported by the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense Research and Engineering and the Rapid Prototyping Programs, AV will continue aggressively progressing Horus A towards operational employment.Kapil Kajal, Interesting Engineering, 3 Oct. 2024
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The two met in the UK and eventually, the spark for creating a lifestyle brand was ignited.Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 4 Oct. 2024
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This episode of What’s Ahead makes the case that our weakness and lack of a strategic direction are creating conditions for war on a global scale.Steve Forbes, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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