devolve

Example Sentences

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With time running out to save its star-crossed season, USC put itself in position for a statement-making Saturday, only to see that dream devolve into a nightmare in an 82-67 loss to No. 12 Nebraska.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 28, 2026

That could cause a correction to devolve into a bear market.

From Barron's • Feb. 28, 2026

The Welsh government cannot introduce the tax until the UK government agrees to devolve the necessary powers.

From BBC • Feb. 11, 2026

But, the frequent CNN debate guest promised, “The Weekend: Primetime” will not devolve into a “boxing match like some other shows.”

From Salon • May 2, 2025

Dad interrupted us before we could devolve into an argument.

From "Darius the Great Is Not Okay" by Adib Khorram