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mature

[muh-toor, -tyoor, -choor, -chur] / məˈtʊər, -ˈtyʊər, -ˈtʃʊər, -ˈtʃɜr /




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The traditional 1950 home came with mature tropical plants in the back and a sprawling grass hillside lawn in front, and it suited them just fine.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

It also takes the mature tack, as it moves back and forth in time, of portraying characters whose life dreams haven’t quite worked out.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

"I'm getting closer - I'm getting a little bit more mature with every match I play," said 19-year-old Andreeva.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

Those investors will end up with portfolios of mature and declining businesses.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 5, 2026

She seemed a little more mature; he noticed the shimmer on her cheeks, the more defined curl of her hair, and knew she had made an effort with her appearance.

From "Americanah" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie




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