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as in to unfold
to gradually become clearer or more detailed
as the governor's plans for the reform of state government evolved, objections from various groups inevitably arose
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as in to radiate
to throw or give off
baking soda and citric acid react with each other and evolve carbon dioxide
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Recent Examples of evolve
While the horror genre continues to evolve onscreen, the stories of R.L. Stine are spooking audiences of a whole new generation.
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Glenn Garner, Deadline, 10 Jan. 2025
However, as the political situation evolved and the ousting of Assad from Syria unfolded, Hezbollah was ultimately forced to accept Aoun, who secured the presidency.
—Efrat Lachter, Fox News, 10 Jan. 2025
In the rapidly evolving marketplace of streaming services, the pile-up of legal hangups and logistical logjams undermined Venu’s core business proposition.
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 10 Jan. 2025
Michael Teo Van Runkle is a journalist who covers the evolving world of mobility at all levels.
—Michael Teo Van Runkle, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
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Glenn Garner, Deadline, 10 Jan. 2025
However, as the political situation evolved and the ousting of Assad from Syria unfolded, Hezbollah was ultimately forced to accept Aoun, who secured the presidency.
—Efrat Lachter, Fox News, 10 Jan. 2025
In the rapidly evolving marketplace of streaming services, the pile-up of legal hangups and logistical logjams undermined Venu’s core business proposition.
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 10 Jan. 2025
Michael Teo Van Runkle is a journalist who covers the evolving world of mobility at all levels.
—Michael Teo Van Runkle, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
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Stay informed with the latest news, analysis and official statements as events unfold.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 11 Jan. 2025
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In the case of the disaster that is now unfolding, the unusually dry conditions played a crucial role in setting the stage for extreme wildfires; a similarly powerful windstorm in Pasadena in December 2011 was preceded by a damp November, helping to prevent any significant fires.Ned Kleiner, Los Angeles Times, 10 Jan. 2025
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The dancer, actor, and artist exuded an illuminating energy that radiated throughout the entertainment industry.Essence, Essence, 10 Jan. 2025
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This movement’s energy radiated from a troubled detention center in Washington where a few dozen men charged with attacking police officers and committing other violent offenses were held.Dan Barry, New York Times, 5 Jan. 2025
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Some chains use these tools to meet growing demand from loyalty members, while others leverage AI to speed up drive-thrus and product production.Francisco Velasquez, Quartz, 14 Jan. 2025
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In an interesting echo, there is a growing sense among some Israeli sources that a strike on Iran's nuclear facilities could be on the cards.John Mac Ghlionn, Newsweek, 14 Jan. 2025
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Sunlight had begun to fade, casting a shadow on the space.Colleen Shalby, Los Angeles Times, 18 Jan. 2025
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But for better or worse, his legacy rests not on forging grand peace treaties — those traditional diplomatic prizes eluded him — but on his role in two wars that often cast him in very different lights.Edward Wong, New York Times, 18 Jan. 2025
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In recent years, tensions have developed between Natalia, now 21, and the Manses over her independence and romantic life.Nicole Acosta, People.com, 7 Jan. 2025
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The big picture: Many regional utilities in developing economies are unable to extend centralized power grids to rural users.Katie Fehrenbacher, Axios, 7 Jan. 2025
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One has since been released from custody, and the other was returned to jail.Keri Blakinger, Los Angeles Times, 11 Jan. 2025
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The traffic alert was released Friday at 4:05 a.m., and the last update regarding this incident was released on Friday at 4:08 a.m.Kansas City Star Bot, Kansas City Star, 10 Jan. 2025
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As the winter storms progress, more updates are expected from local authorities to guide residents and travelers through potentially dangerous conditions.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 12 Jan. 2025
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But even a successful appeal would take months, if not years, to progress through the courts.Ella Lee, The Hill, 10 Jan. 2025
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The aim is to prevent AI from emitting foul remarks, stop AI from plainly showcasing how to make bombs and other weapons, and even avert the vaunted existential risk that AI might one day opt to enslave or wipe out humankind.Lance Eliot, Forbes, 15 Jan. 2025
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Then, the plant emits some sort of gas right into Devin’s face, and his mug once again becomes streaked in black.Nick Caruso, TVLine, 11 Jan. 2025
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“Evolve.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/evolve. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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