as in improved
being far along in development
whether this is an evolved technology or one still in its infancy is a matter of debate
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as in unfolded
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 radiated
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 evolved
Priscilla Whitehead, Sun Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
Over time, Hanukkah has evolved from a historical commemoration into a celebration of resilience — a key pillar of Jewish identity.
—Priscilla Whitehead, Sun Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
Digital twins, software designed to model and manage complex live systems, have evolved into powerful tools for generating real-time insights.
—William Bain, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
As the tradition has evolved, so have the cookies.
—Megan Thielking, New York Times, 23 Dec. 2024
For Laing, success has evolved from purely financial metrics to something more meaningful.
—Ian Shepherd, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
That is, if life had evolved on the planet early enough to avoid a runaway greenhouse.
—Bruce Dorminey, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
An origin legend evolved under Spanish colonial rule to accompany the plant’s association with Christmas.
—Norman Ellstrand and Nathan Ellstrand / Made By History, TIME, 23 Dec. 2024
Hardware evolved to be more practical in terms of reliability and cost.
—Jeff Mahler, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Verb
Initially celebrated as a spiritual observance commemorating the hope found in the birth of Jesus in Bethlehem, Christmas has evolved to embrace universal themes of goodwill and generosity.
—Priscilla Whitehead, Sun Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
Over time, Hanukkah has evolved from a historical commemoration into a celebration of resilience — a key pillar of Jewish identity.
—Priscilla Whitehead, Sun Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
Digital twins, software designed to model and manage complex live systems, have evolved into powerful tools for generating real-time insights.
—William Bain, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
As the tradition has evolved, so have the cookies.
—Megan Thielking, New York Times, 23 Dec. 2024
For Laing, success has evolved from purely financial metrics to something more meaningful.
—Ian Shepherd, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
That is, if life had evolved on the planet early enough to avoid a runaway greenhouse.
—Bruce Dorminey, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
An origin legend evolved under Spanish colonial rule to accompany the plant’s association with Christmas.
—Norman Ellstrand and Nathan Ellstrand / Made By History, TIME, 23 Dec. 2024
Hardware evolved to be more practical in terms of reliability and cost.
—Jeff Mahler, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for evolved
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What unfolded was nearly a worst-case scenario with the only positive being Williams managed to stay healthy and start every game, the first time a Bears quarterback has managed that since Jay Cutler in 2009.—
Brad Biggs,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Jan. 2025
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Annual Golden Globes after-party unfolded at Marea.—
Vogue,
Vogue,
6 Jan. 2025
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All these shows had small but devoted followings and when the cancellations were announced, audience frustration radiated out from social media.—
Rick Kogan,
Chicago Tribune,
24 Dec. 2024
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See Demi Moore, whose ultra-long hair was styled into silky, undulating waves that radiated health at the Governors Awards on las tweek.—
Hannah Coates,
Vogue,
24 Nov. 2024
Adjective
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These platforms should include advanced product and user/influencer attribution engines that facilitate meaningful interactions and transactions.—
Arthur Zaczkiewicz,
WWD,
21 Jan. 2025
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All four winning teams in the divisional playoff round gained fewer yards than their opponents, yet advanced to the championship game.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
21 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Allen — who has steadily received more playing time as the season has progressed based on his defense but has also shown flashes offensively and has displayed solid free-throw shooting — played the best of the bunch, scoring nine points in 22 minutes of play and grabbing five rebounds.—
Grant Salsman,
Kansas City Star,
5 Jan. 2025
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Supermodel Heidi Klum, who progressed into a mainstay judge of American’s Got Talent on NBC, is returning to her roots in the reality/competition space.—
Marc Berman,
Forbes,
3 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Judging by the nearly 45 minutes of trailers and assorted promotional material that have been released to date, Kojima is doubling down on everything that made the original such a brilliant, odd classic.—
Lewis Gordon,
Vulture,
8 Jan. 2025
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The individual, whose identity hasn’t been released, was quickly restrained by fellow passengers and later detained by state troopers.—
Muri Assunção,
New York Daily News,
8 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Like a callus developed from lifting weights, the Kicks earned its toughness the hard way.—
Kristin Shaw,
Forbes,
31 Dec. 2024
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To that end, AWS has developed internal tools like a triage assistant that uses natural language processing to identify patterns, recommend actions, and speed up decision-making.—
Tony Bradley,
Forbes,
31 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Its long snout is equipped with sensory organs called ampullae of Lorenzini, which detect the weak electric fields emitted by nearby prey.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes,
30 Dec. 2024
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The end product is almost chemically inert and the radioactive material is dispersed throughout the glass, reducing the amount of radiation emitted.—
David Szondy,
New Atlas,
28 Dec. 2024
Verb
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In his own words, the New York native elaborated on establishing his faith while actively working in the entertainment industry.—
DeMicia Inman,
VIBE.com,
23 Dec. 2024
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This is a perfectly passable one-sentence summary of Keynesianism, the theory elaborated by JM Keynes in his big book of 1936, the General Theory.—
Brian Domitrovic,
Forbes,
20 Dec. 2024
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“Evolved.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/evolved. Accessed 31 Jan. 2025.
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