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  • present participle of become.
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becoming

[bih-kuhm-ing] / bɪˈkʌm ɪŋ /




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After worrying that Homelander’s delusions of becoming a religious figurehead were too far-fetched, Kripke came to see that storyline “as a metaphor for the ultimate level of narcissism.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

She has reached the age where a nursing home is becoming increasingly likely.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

England superfan Shang Jianxing, who bought a Portugal pet carrier for a friend, believes China's football culture is at the start of becoming a way of life.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

Before becoming ill, Caitlin had planned to join the Army and train as an intelligence officer after graduating in July 2024.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

We're all one awful day away from becoming the world’s worst nightmare.''

From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton




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