as in maturation
the process of becoming mature
the maturing of young horses can take several years
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as in growing
to become mature
a young figure skater whose talent is still maturing
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Recent Examples of maturing
Brett Owens, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
Both Edmonton and Toronto appear to be maturing, managing the puck and specific situations better.
—Allan Mitchell, The Athletic, 8 Jan. 2025
To wrap up, Gen Z has some maturing to do—no question about that.
—Mark C. Perna, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2025
This strategy allows investors to reinvest proceeds from maturing bonds at prevailing rates.
—Gianluca Sidoti, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
That firm footedness and reactive nature, but equally both on a personal level and on a character level, maturing through the season into being able to hold lots of conflicting ideas.
—Jeff Spry, Space.com, 29 Dec. 2024
The company has a $150 million unsecured senior line of credit maturing in June 2026, with no borrowings outstanding as of the end of the fiscal year.
—Quartz Bot, Quartz, 27 Dec. 2024
The technology investment landscape in 2025 reflects a market maturing under new priorities.
—Emil Sayegh, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
Is the benefit of maturing in a maritime environment simply a function of increasing the interaction between spirit and cask wood, or are there other processes/influences at work here?
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
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But if rates top out and move lower, long-duration bonds rule, and NAD only has about 13% of its holdings maturing in the next 13 years.
—Brett Owens, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
Both Edmonton and Toronto appear to be maturing, managing the puck and specific situations better.
—Allan Mitchell, The Athletic, 8 Jan. 2025
To wrap up, Gen Z has some maturing to do—no question about that.
—Mark C. Perna, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2025
This strategy allows investors to reinvest proceeds from maturing bonds at prevailing rates.
—Gianluca Sidoti, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
That firm footedness and reactive nature, but equally both on a personal level and on a character level, maturing through the season into being able to hold lots of conflicting ideas.
—Jeff Spry, Space.com, 29 Dec. 2024
The company has a $150 million unsecured senior line of credit maturing in June 2026, with no borrowings outstanding as of the end of the fiscal year.
—Quartz Bot, Quartz, 27 Dec. 2024
The technology investment landscape in 2025 reflects a market maturing under new priorities.
—Emil Sayegh, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
Is the benefit of maturing in a maritime environment simply a function of increasing the interaction between spirit and cask wood, or are there other processes/influences at work here?
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for maturing
Noun
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The infusion of peat and sugar kelp introduces notes of bonfire smoke, heather, and maritime elements, balanced by the fruitiness from the red wine cask maturation.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes,
17 Jan. 2025
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And Murphy’s four-year, $112 million extension last summer already looked amazing before some of the maturation he’s displayed in his offensive game this season.—
William Guillory,
The Athletic,
3 Jan. 2025
Verb
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In fact, 30 of the 31 fastest-growing teams came from hockey.—
Brett Knight,
Forbes,
27 Dec. 2024
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With health care jobs projected to be among the fastest growing employment sector over the next decade, the market for students currently enrolled in health care education programs looks bright.—
Michael T. Nietzel,
Forbes,
27 Dec. 2024
Noun
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With Robinson’s time coming sooner than expected, the Dolphins took an all-in approach towards his development.—
C. Isaiah Smalls II,
Miami Herald,
23 Jan. 2025
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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
Verb
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This program, which began in 2022, is designed to rectify historic problems with IDR plans that prevented many borrowers from progressing toward 20- or 25-year loan forgiveness.—
Adam S. Minsky,
Forbes,
8 Jan. 2025
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The Athletic reported on Wednesday that West Ham were progressing in their talks with Potter, with the club later confirming the departure of Julen Lopetegui after six months in charge.—
Stuart James,
The Athletic,
8 Jan. 2025
Noun
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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
Noun
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Making the Band was a reality show, and certain aspects were dramatized for entertainment, decisions made regarding the group were always based on maintaining professionalism, fostering growth and ensuring the groups success.—
Rachel McRady,
People.com,
27 Jan. 2025
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Also, while net job growth is still strong, that’s because companies aren’t laying off many workers.—
Paul Davidson,
USA TODAY,
27 Jan. 2025
Noun
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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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“Maturing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/maturing. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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