mature

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“This is a mature, positive cash flow business,” said Dan Hanson, portfolio manager with the Neuberger Quality Equity fund.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

Children’s lungs are still developing, and lung function continues to mature throughout adolescence, making children more susceptible than adults to the adverse effects of air pollution.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

But the EU is a mature, slow-growing market.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

On its website Lockheed Martin describes the missile as "mature, proven, affordable and low-risk".

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

Even when you’ve recently turned fifteen without a birthday cake, it’s hard to be that mature about Christmas.

From "The Poisonwood Bible" by Barbara Kingsolver