develop into
Example Sentences
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“Even a low-level incident could develop into something far more serious.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 18, 2026
My understanding is that this is because of the lifespan of the organism: It takes a while to develop into something infectious.
From Slate ● Jul. 17, 2026
El Nino will quickly develop into a strong event between July and September, fuelling the likelihood of extreme weather, the United Nations' weather and climate agency warned Friday.
From Barron's ● Jul. 3, 2026
If Newcastle were to make a move for him, it is as much about the player he could develop into as it is the talent he is now.
From BBC ● Jun. 23, 2026
Most important of all, the resistance that African Americans demonstrated during the riots in Washington, Chicago, Elaine, and elsewhere were the first stirrings of what would develop into a movement that would change America forever.
From "1919 The Year That Changed America" by Martin W. Sandler
