Development
noun
The process of growing or changing and becoming more advanced.
The development of technology has influenced many aspects of life.
Often appears as...
- economic development
- child development
noun
A new event or piece of information that affects a situation.
There have been some new developments in the case.
Often appears as...
- recent development
- latest development
noun
The process of producing or creating something.
The development of the new software took over a year.
Often appears as...
- software development
- product development
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Technical
noun
A place or part of a country where buildings are being produced.
The new development will include residential and commercial buildings.
Often appears as...
- housing development
- property development
noun
The act of developing or the state of being developed.
He's been in charge of business development at the company for many years.
Often appears as...
- business development
- professional development
noun
The process of growing or changing and becoming more advanced.
The development of technology has influenced many aspects of life.
Often appears as...
- economic development
- child development
noun
A new event or piece of information that affects a situation.
There have been some new developments in the case.
Often appears as...
- recent development
- latest development
noun
The process of producing or creating something.
The development of the new software took over a year.
Often appears as...
- software development
- product development
Usage tips
Technical
noun
A place or part of a country where buildings are being produced.
The new development will include residential and commercial buildings.
Often appears as...
- housing development
- property development
noun
The act of developing or the state of being developed.
He's been in charge of business development at the company for many years.
Often appears as...
- business development
- professional development
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Pro Tip 1/2Beyond Growth
Use 'development' to imply improvement or refinement over time, not just size increase.
The development of her skills was noticeable.
Pro Tip 2/2Long-term Process
Refer to 'development' when talking about an ongoing process, not a one-time change.
The development of renewable energy sources takes years.
Pro Tip 1/2Beyond Growth
Use 'development' to imply improvement or refinement over time, not just size increase.
The development of her skills was noticeable.
Pro Tip 2/2Long-term Process
Refer to 'development' when talking about an ongoing process, not a one-time change.
The development of renewable energy sources takes years.
Pro Tip 1/2Beyond Growth
Use 'development' to imply improvement or refinement over time, not just size increase.
The development of her skills was noticeable.
Pro Tip 2/2Long-term Process
Refer to 'development' when talking about an ongoing process, not a one-time change.
The development of renewable energy sources takes years.
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The science of milk -...
In fact, since it has all of the vital nutrients for development and growth, proteins, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins and minerals, and water, milk is the only thing a baby even needs to ingest for the first six months of life. The unique makeup of milk can vary depending on factors like species,
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How does anesthesia...
Anesthesia is complicated, but figuring out how to use it allowed for the development of new and better surgical techniques. Surgeons could learn how to routinely and safely perform C-sections, reopen blocked arteries, replace damaged livers and kidneys, and many other life-saving operations.
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The psychology of...
called narcissistic personality disorder. It affects one to two percent of the population, more commonly men. It is also a diagnosis reserved for adults. Young people, especially children, can be very self-centered, but this might just be a normal part of development.
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How to rebuild the world...
you now this is exactly the kind of appropriate technology that has been touted around the developing world by development agencies because it's simple to make yourself and it makes the most efficient use of the firewood that a family can collect and the fact that
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3 tips to boost your...
It isn't possible to completely untangle these three factors, but the personal choices we make certainly play a major role in confidence development. So, by keeping in mind a few practical tips, we do actually have the power to cultivate our own confidence.
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What are the universal...
Human rights law is constantly evolving as are our views and definitions of what the basic human rights should be. For example, how basic or important is the right to democracy or to development? And as our lives are increasingly digital,
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Dealing with Dangerous...
It's a sad fact, but as far as alligators are concerned, we humans do just about everything to encourage trouble. Have them as pets in our homes, feed wild ones and put housing developments in the middle of where they naturally live.
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Gary Haugen: The hidden...
And yet, for some reason, this is okay for poor people. Now the truth is, the traditional experts in economic development and poverty alleviation, they don't know how to fix this problem. And so what happens?
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Are you a body with a...
are deeply integrated with the activity in our brains to form what we call consciousness. From the day we're born, our mental development is formed through our body's interaction with the external world.
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Concrete Tent PIPE I Didn't...
one of the most interesting and potentially life-changing developments is the creation of a concrete canvas is basically a material that consists of all the elements of concrete's but it's
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The science of milk -...
In fact, since it has all of the vital nutrients for development and growth, proteins, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins and minerals, and water, milk is the only thing a baby even needs to ingest for the first six months of life. The unique makeup of milk can vary depending on factors like species,
Video examples
How does anesthesia...
Anesthesia is complicated, but figuring out how to use it allowed for the development of new and better surgical techniques. Surgeons could learn how to routinely and safely perform C-sections, reopen blocked arteries, replace damaged livers and kidneys, and many other life-saving operations.
Video examples
The psychology of...
called narcissistic personality disorder. It affects one to two percent of the population, more commonly men. It is also a diagnosis reserved for adults. Young people, especially children, can be very self-centered, but this might just be a normal part of development.
Video examples
How to rebuild the world...
you now this is exactly the kind of appropriate technology that has been touted around the developing world by development agencies because it's simple to make yourself and it makes the most efficient use of the firewood that a family can collect and the fact that
Video examples
3 tips to boost your...
It isn't possible to completely untangle these three factors, but the personal choices we make certainly play a major role in confidence development. So, by keeping in mind a few practical tips, we do actually have the power to cultivate our own confidence.
Video examples
What are the universal...
Human rights law is constantly evolving as are our views and definitions of what the basic human rights should be. For example, how basic or important is the right to democracy or to development? And as our lives are increasingly digital,
Video examples
Dealing with Dangerous...
It's a sad fact, but as far as alligators are concerned, we humans do just about everything to encourage trouble. Have them as pets in our homes, feed wild ones and put housing developments in the middle of where they naturally live.
Video examples
Gary Haugen: The hidden...
And yet, for some reason, this is okay for poor people. Now the truth is, the traditional experts in economic development and poverty alleviation, they don't know how to fix this problem. And so what happens?
Video examples
Are you a body with a...
are deeply integrated with the activity in our brains to form what we call consciousness. From the day we're born, our mental development is formed through our body's interaction with the external world.
Video examples
Concrete Tent PIPE I Didn't...
one of the most interesting and potentially life-changing developments is the creation of a concrete canvas is basically a material that consists of all the elements of concrete's but it's
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Ramin Djawadi
German Composer
There's been a great development with scale on TV, but my approach is always the same across projects, whether it's a video game, a movie, or a TV show: I always try to set up my sounds and my themes. I really try to stay with the characters and do the storytelling through the music.
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Jordan Peterson
Canadian Psychologist
The most propagandistic element of 'Frozen' was the transformation of the prince at the beginning of the story, who was a perfectly good guy, into a villain with no character development whatsoever about three-quarters of the way to the ending.
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Ziggy Marley
Jamaican Musician
Growing up, music was an important part of my childhood. I see it being just as important in my children and all children's growth and development, and in a parent's connection with their children.
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Emily Deschanel
American Actress
I love doing a series because you get to see changes in a character and see her grow. It's a journey with change, and you don't get to see that long-term type of development with just a film.
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Maria Montessori
Italian Educator
The development of language is part of the development of the personality, for words are the natural means of expressing thoughts and establishing understanding between people.
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Luka Modric
Croatian Athlete
I believe that I've improved a lot as a player and a person, because being surrounded by great players on a daily basis helps your development out on the pitch.
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George Papandreou
Greek Statesman
It is important that the Greek people make decisions on important developments.
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Jim Courier
American Athlete
Tennis doesn't encourage any kind of intellectual development.
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Sushma Swaraj
Indian Politician
Peace is a pre-requisite for development.
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Atal Bihari Vajpayee
Indian Statesman
For development, peace is essential.
Quote examples
Ramin Djawadi
German Composer
There's been a great development with scale on TV, but my approach is always the same across projects, whether it's a video game, a movie, or a TV show: I always try to set up my sounds and my themes. I really try to stay with the characters and do the storytelling through the music.
Quote examples
Jordan Peterson
Canadian Psychologist
The most propagandistic element of 'Frozen' was the transformation of the prince at the beginning of the story, who was a perfectly good guy, into a villain with no character development whatsoever about three-quarters of the way to the ending.
Quote examples
Ziggy Marley
Jamaican Musician
Growing up, music was an important part of my childhood. I see it being just as important in my children and all children's growth and development, and in a parent's connection with their children.
Quote examples
Emily Deschanel
American Actress
I love doing a series because you get to see changes in a character and see her grow. It's a journey with change, and you don't get to see that long-term type of development with just a film.
Quote examples
Maria Montessori
Italian Educator
The development of language is part of the development of the personality, for words are the natural means of expressing thoughts and establishing understanding between people.
Quote examples
Luka Modric
Croatian Athlete
I believe that I've improved a lot as a player and a person, because being surrounded by great players on a daily basis helps your development out on the pitch.
Quote examples
George Papandreou
Greek Statesman
It is important that the Greek people make decisions on important developments.
Quote examples
Jim Courier
American Athlete
Tennis doesn't encourage any kind of intellectual development.
Quote examples
Sushma Swaraj
Indian Politician
Peace is a pre-requisite for development.
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Atal Bihari Vajpayee
Indian Statesman
For development, peace is essential.
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