as in development
the process of becoming mature
a flower's maturation from bud to full bloom can take weeks
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Recent Examples of maturation
Further, early brain maturation among girls exposed to high levels of stress may contribute to early puberty, which is found among girls with PTSD.
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Dan Perry, Newsweek, 2 Jan. 2025
What nobody participating in this experiment knew was that the coins’ maturation followed one of two patterns.
—Elizabeth Rayne, Ars Technica, 30 Dec. 2024
Each bottle comes from barrels aged in Old Forester’s Warehouse I, resulting in a flavor profile distinct to the warehouse’s unique maturation environment.
—Kirby Adams, The Courier-Journal, 27 Dec. 2024
These Texas whiskeys showcase diverse styles and rich flavors, embodying the unique character of Texas distilling and maturation.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
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Dan Perry, Newsweek, 2 Jan. 2025
What nobody participating in this experiment knew was that the coins’ maturation followed one of two patterns.
—Elizabeth Rayne, Ars Technica, 30 Dec. 2024
Each bottle comes from barrels aged in Old Forester’s Warehouse I, resulting in a flavor profile distinct to the warehouse’s unique maturation environment.
—Kirby Adams, The Courier-Journal, 27 Dec. 2024
These Texas whiskeys showcase diverse styles and rich flavors, embodying the unique character of Texas distilling and maturation.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for maturation
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Although there are currently no five-star hotels in the village of Saanen, the five-star Alpina Gstaad has confirmed that its second location is slated to open in Saanen—a move likely to inspire further hospitality development in the area.—
Monica Mendal,
Vogue,
23 Jan. 2025
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Research over the last decade has found that unsafe housing conditions affect cognitive development and learning, Tobener said.—
Cathie Anderson,
Sacramento Bee,
23 Jan. 2025
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And Brady’s continued growth as a play caller has been notable.—
Dan Wiederer,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Jan. 2025
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However, the firm is wisely pushing into alternative strategies, such as infrastructure and private credit, with a series of acquisitions to fuel its next leg of growth.—
Kevin Stankiewicz,
CNBC,
15 Jan. 2025
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An inadequate water supply during flowering can decrease production.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
20 Jan. 2025
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The leafless, hollow flowering stems are usually the first thing to emerge from the bulb, followed by the foliage.—
Janet Carson,
arkansasonline.com,
30 Dec. 2024
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These speakers shared their vision of a more diverse future and presented strategies to tackle some of the most pressing global challenges, such as leadership, technology, and the evolution of equity and belonging.—
Doug Melville,
Forbes,
20 Jan. 2025
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This outflow of matter is a product of the star's evolution.—
Samantha Mathewson,
Space.com,
20 Jan. 2025
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“Maturation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/maturation. Accessed 29 Jan. 2025.
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