- present tense form of develop (3rd person singular).
develops
Example Sentences
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Throughout “Force of Nature,” Mr. Jones develops his case for evolution’s contemporary relevance.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 24, 2026
But when the characters become colleagues, an unlikely alliance develops and the book turns into a winning tale of male friendship.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 24, 2026
This two-stage approach could give policymakers a clearer basis for preparing for rising seas while also recognizing the much greater uncertainty that develops later in the century.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 23, 2026
However, sources say the transfer could be resurrected later in the summer depending how the window develops for United, although the club would not be prepared to sanction any move at the previously agreed terms.
From BBC ● Jul. 13, 2026
Sometimes resistance develops so rapidly that the ink is scarcely dry on a report hailing successful control of a species with some specified chemical when an amended report has to be issued.
From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson
