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as in to unfold
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 to radiate
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 evolve
Orlando Sentinel Gators’ 7-foot-9 Olivier Rioux, the world’s tallest teenager, faces uphill climb
Florida 7-foot-9 Olivier Rioux looks to evolve from a curiosity to a contributor for the Gators, but a long road still lies ahead.
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Garfield Hylton, The Orlando Sentinel, 4 June 2025
These numbers reflect evolving perspectives among high-net-worth Americans.
—Giulia Carbonaro, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 May 2025
Although the show concluded in 1974, the lives of its cast members have continued to evolve in fascinating and sometimes unexpected ways over the last five decades.
—Tereza Shkurtaj, People.com, 24 May 2025
Hundreds of millions of years later, our teeth — which evolved from that armor — have inherited that same ability to sense things like pain and temperature.
—Ari Daniel, NPR, 24 May 2025
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Garfield Hylton, The Orlando Sentinel, 4 June 2025
These numbers reflect evolving perspectives among high-net-worth Americans.
—Giulia Carbonaro, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 May 2025
Although the show concluded in 1974, the lives of its cast members have continued to evolve in fascinating and sometimes unexpected ways over the last five decades.
—Tereza Shkurtaj, People.com, 24 May 2025
Hundreds of millions of years later, our teeth — which evolved from that armor — have inherited that same ability to sense things like pain and temperature.
—Ari Daniel, NPR, 24 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for evolve
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The attack unfolded against the backdrop of the Israel-Hamas war, which continues to inflame global tensions and has contributed to a spike in antisemitic violence in the United States.—
Colleen Slevin,
Los Angeles Times,
4 June 2025
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In the days since, an intense manhunt has unfolded, which authorities said is currently focused in north central Arkansas region.—
Jessica Schladebeck,
New York Daily News,
4 June 2025
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The primary suite radiates a somber sort of opulence.—
Daniel Cote,
Robb Report,
4 June 2025
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That attitude radiated through each look on the runway, where every model felt like a character in an Autty Simone dreamworld.—
Karissa Mitchell,
Essence,
2 June 2025
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In the decades since, PEOPLE has grown to become the iconic brand it is known as today — expanding from a newsstand-only publication to now include digital news coverage and social media coverage, as well as a new app, among other ventures.—
Nicholas Rice,
People.com,
8 June 2025
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In addition, administrative staff positions at most universities and colleges has grown faster than faculty.—
Paul Weinstein Jr,
Forbes.com,
7 June 2025
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Pretty much everyone today who is prominent in casting was an aspiring director or actor and fell into the profession.—
Rebecca Rubin,
Variety,
30 May 2025
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Something else that could potentially cast a shadow over the U.S. and China’s trade negotiations is Trump’s recent targeting of international students studying in the U.S., which impacts Chinese nationals.—
Rebecca Schneid,
Time,
30 May 2025
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Over the years, the property has developed a close working relationship with Alma de Bahía, a local conservation organization that’s dedicated to preserving the intricate ecosystems across Puerto Rico.—
Jared Ranahan,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2025
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The duo has quickly developed a bond in the midfield.—
Steve Millar,
Chicago Tribune,
31 May 2025
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Law enforcement released a drone video of the house in question, which is at 1125 Walnut Acres Drive in the Mountain View community near Hickory.—
Jeff A. Chamer,
Charlotte Observer,
3 June 2025
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His work in music and art spaces continued into recent years, including two long pieces released in 2017, AI Deviation #1 and #2, that applied his methods to artificial intelligence.—
Jazz Monroe,
Pitchfork,
3 June 2025
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Whether Arsenal’s interest progresses will be determined by their key decision-makers.—
James McNicholas,
New York Times,
6 June 2025
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Some neurological issue that will progress quickly.—
Greta Morgan
June 5,
Literary Hub,
5 June 2025
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They’re designed with high-efficiency solar panels that automatically turn on and emit a warm white glow at night and turn off at sunrise.—
Emily Weaver,
People.com,
25 May 2025
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The ammonia concentration was still more than 100 times higher than the baseline, because the penguin guano left at the colony site still emitted the gas.—
Laura Baisas,
Popular Science,
22 May 2025
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“Evolve.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/evolve. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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