germinating

verb

Definition of germinatingnext
present participle of germinate
1
as in emerging
to come into being A new counterculture germinating in the city's art district.

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2
as in propagating
to cause (something, as a seed) to grow She began by reading up on the best ways to germinate apple seeds.

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for germinating
  1. emerging
  2. evolving
  3. producing
  4. growing
  5. ripening
Verb
  • Some more recently emerging brands have built thriving businesses by appealing directly to this fashion-loving yet financially cautious customer.
    Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 11 Dec. 2024
  • The following day will be dedicated to digital-only showcases of emerging brands.
    Sandra Salibian, WWD, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of emerging
Verb
  • Master The Legal Maze The regulatory landscape for digital asset custody is rapidly evolving and varies by jurisdiction.
    Lior Lamesh, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • As manufacturers continue to navigate this evolving landscape, the strategic adoption of smart factory technologies can help meet the challenges of tomorrow.
    Georg Beyschlag, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of evolving
Verb
  • These projects not only tap in to demand for aged single malts but also enhance the brands’ legacies by producing new, exclusive releases.
    Anthony Zhang, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Lead stars Witherspoon and Ferrell both producing alongside Conor Welch, Lauren Neustadter, and Jessica Elbaum.
    Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of producing
Verb
  • Alongside quantum computing, there are other highly innovative and fast-growing areas in Google’s empire.
    Trefis Team, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • As for 2025 planning, Doing Things Media will explore additional acquisitions to add to its growing war chest and will consider new product opportunities for each of the brands.
    Adam Wescott, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of growing
Verb
  • Certain Fresh Fruits and Vegetables Enzymes in fruits and vegetables promote chemical reactions, such as ripening.
    Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 10 Dec. 2024
  • Keep them away from any fruits and vegetables that naturally emit ethylene, a gas that speeds up ripening of anything in their orbit.
    Karla Walsh, Southern Living, 22 Nov. 2024
Definition of ripening
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