mature

Example Sentences

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“We see margin tailwinds for defense contractors as they move past stale-priced contracts and receive awards for mature production programs that are margin accretive,” added Mikus.

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026

He appreciated spending his first two years getting to play on lower-level teams with no pressure of immediately playing on varsity while waiting for his body to mature.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

Its inclusion was controversial, said former military officials: Lucas was just a mock-up, but it beat out more mature systems on the offering.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

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

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

Mom’s new twin bed appears tiny under the weight of a mature sheet set, the edges of the quilt comforter sweeping the floor.

From "Saints and Misfits" by S.K. Ali