develops (B1)
verb
Pronunciation: /dɪˈveləps/
Definition
To grow or cause to grow and become more advanced, mature, or elaborate.
Examples
The company develops new software to improve efficiency.
Her talent for painting developed rapidly after she took lessons.
It took years for the small village to develop into a bustling city.
How to Use develops
- develop into (prepositional phrase)
- To change or grow into something different. — "The caterpillar develops into a butterfly."
- develop from (prepositional phrase)
- To originate or grow out of something. — "The idea developed from a casual conversation."
- develop a relationship (collocation)
- To build or grow a connection with someone. — "They developed a strong professional relationship over the years."
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