as in mature
fully grown or developed
a matured plant in full bloom
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as in progressed
to become mature
a young figure skater whose talent is still maturing
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Recent Examples of matured
Tom Hyland, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
How would the aroma and flavor profile of a Cognac matured in a wet cellar differ from that in a dry cellar?
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
Blending has traditionally been the mark of a master distiller, and this follows that history with a blend of single malts from the Scottish islands, Speyside and Highlands, matured in a selection of oak casks for a minimum of 30 years.
—John Mariani, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
It’s matured in a combination of ex-Oloroso sherry and ex-bourbon barrels, followed by a finishing period in French chestnut casks.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
However, over time, the partnership has matured into a mutually-beneficial, two-way pathway for knowledge and skill sharing, wherein the California producers have come to be able to teach their French counterparts some things about vineyard management practices as well.
—Colleen C. Myles, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
As Salah has matured, his game has developed and adapted.
—Andy Jones, The Athletic, 15 Dec. 2024
To serve that end, the scotch is primarily matured in first fill and refill ex-bourbon casks before entering a 6 month finish in Oloroso Sherry casks.
—Brad Japhe, Forbes, 15 Dec. 2024
From October through May, oysters that have matured throughout the summer months are ready to harvest.
—Jennifer Hope Choi, Bon Appétit, 13 Dec. 2024
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The Naturalis Historia Taurasi Riserva - named for the famous literary work of Pliny the Elder - is a definitive Taurasi, despite the fact that it is matured in barriques.
—Tom Hyland, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
How would the aroma and flavor profile of a Cognac matured in a wet cellar differ from that in a dry cellar?
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
Blending has traditionally been the mark of a master distiller, and this follows that history with a blend of single malts from the Scottish islands, Speyside and Highlands, matured in a selection of oak casks for a minimum of 30 years.
—John Mariani, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
It’s matured in a combination of ex-Oloroso sherry and ex-bourbon barrels, followed by a finishing period in French chestnut casks.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
However, over time, the partnership has matured into a mutually-beneficial, two-way pathway for knowledge and skill sharing, wherein the California producers have come to be able to teach their French counterparts some things about vineyard management practices as well.
—Colleen C. Myles, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
As Salah has matured, his game has developed and adapted.
—Andy Jones, The Athletic, 15 Dec. 2024
To serve that end, the scotch is primarily matured in first fill and refill ex-bourbon casks before entering a 6 month finish in Oloroso Sherry casks.
—Brad Japhe, Forbes, 15 Dec. 2024
From October through May, oysters that have matured throughout the summer months are ready to harvest.
—Jennifer Hope Choi, Bon Appétit, 13 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for matured
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That led me to send mature 5-year-old Kentucky Straight bourbon whiskey to Singapore, which is oppressively hot and humid 12 months out of the year.Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
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The cubs are now at about 60% of what their handlers expect to be their mature weight.Evan Mealins, The Tennessean, 20 Dec. 2024
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However, since early September, my health challenges have progressed making frequent travel to Washington both difficult and unpredictable.Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
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As the game progressed, USC’s core proved superior.Ben Pickman, The Athletic, 22 Dec. 2024
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The flavors were familiar and comfortable together and also representative of the shoulder between winter and spring when citrus is still ripe, but plants are starting to flower and herbs are new again.Forbes Travel Guide, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
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State of play: Health administrative tasks are ripe for AI interruption, with several startups raising funds this year.Aaron Weitzman, Axios, 19 Dec. 2024
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And with that seismic revelation, at the age of 53, his heart grew 3X larger.Letters to the Editor, Hartford Courant, 24 Dec. 2024
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The program grew to include 60 participants from each side, then expanded to include Arab and Jewish students in northern Israel.Hessie Jones, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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In 2018, adults aged 27 to 45 became eligible for the shot, previously only available to people ages 9 and 26.Maggie O'Neill, Health, 24 Dec. 2024
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Whether domestic and imported, it may only be sold if it’s aged at least 60 days.Jan Ellen Spiegel, Hartford Courant, 24 Dec. 2024
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Then Netflix developed The Lincoln Lawyer, based on Connelly's criminal defense attorney Mickey Haller, starring Manuel Garcia-Rulfo in the title role.Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 24 Dec. 2024
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Ceres developed a comprehensive roadmap for the insurance industry in a world with increasing weather risks.Mindy Lubber, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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“Matured.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/matured. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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