as in suitable
meeting the requirements of a purpose or situation
that's a particularly becoming dress for the dance
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as in growing
to eventually have as a state or quality
many people became sick with the flu with the arrival of autumn the days become crisper and breezier
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Recent Examples of becoming
Staff Reports, The Providence Journal, 7 Jan. 2026
Herro proved to be a quality bench player earlier in his career, becoming the first and only Heat player to ever win the NBA’s Sixth Man of the Year award during the 2021-22 season.
—Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 7 Jan. 2026
One thing that’s been on my list of must-dos is becoming more consistent with using eye cream.
—Eva Thomas, InStyle, 7 Jan. 2026
Cuba and Venezuela have grown close in recent years, with Cuban agents becoming a big presence in the South American nation.
—Louis Casiano, FOXNews.com, 7 Jan. 2026
Jake made leaps in high school, twice becoming an All-State player and a four-star recruiting prospect.
—Mirin Fader, New York Times, 7 Jan. 2026
Nearly a year after the Eaton Fire ravaged Altadena, destroying thousands of homes and businesses on the way to becoming one of California's most devastating wildfires, survivors are still struggling to find ways to manage their mental health and cope with grief.
—Laurie Perez, CBS News, 6 Jan. 2026
Short-form platforms are also evolving toward episodic viewing, with micro-dramas becoming a measurable revenue category in China and expected to gain traction in markets such as India, Indonesia, Japan and Thailand over the coming half-decade.
—Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 6 Jan. 2026
Dart could certainly benefit from someone like McCarthy, who has coached the likes of Brett Favre, Aaron Rodgers and Dak Prescott since becoming a head coach.
—Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Nov. 2025
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Mega Millions and Powerball jackpot winners can decide on cash or annuity payment within 60 days after becoming entitled to the prize.
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The Mokum variety, a Nantes type, is suitable for container growing since the orange roots are slim and shorter than some of the larger varieties, reaching six-to-eight inches in length.—
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During the land use committee hearing, city property agent Tyler Garland said the five parcels are not suitable for multi-family housing and that no city department expressed interest in using them.—
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The companies say the design addresses a growing challenge in autonomous vehicle interiors, where traditional steering systems become unnecessary and restrict cabin space.—
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The vines climb to about 6 feet tall, growing vigorously even through summer heat.—
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The result is a chic, vacation-appropriate alternative that travels beautifully.—
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This is not meant to provide Nix with an excuse, but an appropriate frame of reference.—
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If Carolina is thinking about the big picture, giving Coker the extra year, perhaps valued as a first- or second-round tender, is just getting ahead of a formality.—
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Chief among them is getting to be a mentor to newer cast members, such as Marcello Hernández.—
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The gift is fitting, not just because Farley runs Ford, but his maternal grandfather, Emmet Tracy, was an early Ford employee who built Model T's.—
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Fashion stylist Ashley Dorough recommends styles that fall somewhere between floppy and snugly fitting on your head.—
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But the actor didn't think the story of his character on all five of the Netflix series' seasons, Will Byers, and Will's longtime friend, Mike Wheeler (Finn Wolfhard), had been fully wrapped up going into the final episode.—
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Young was remarkably efficient, throwing three TD passes of 30-plus yards and going 15-for-20 for 206 yards.—
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Resar said the issue is technique and having a dedicated coach who specializes in tight ends and can teach him proper footwork and hand placement.—
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After not hosting an official ceremony in 2022, the Golden Globes returned to proper form in 2023, with stars showing off jaw-dropping looks on the red carpet.—
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The city of Southfield also made plans, but the Southfield Wildlife Commission, which made the recommendation for a deer cull in 2024, has yet to respond to CBS News Detroit's inquiry about its schedule and details for the coming year.—
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My issue coming into this year was whether KU had enough scoring outside of Peterson.—
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“Becoming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/becoming. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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