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becoming

[bih-kuhm-ing] / bɪˈkʌm ɪŋ /




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Certain bacteria appear to prevent sorbitol from becoming a problem.

From Science Daily Sep. 6, 2026

Our critic explained that “the exhibition tells a three-part story: of the Salon, of the influence “Femme au chapeau” has had, and of the painting’s path to becoming a signature of the museum’s collection.”

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 6, 2026

But they power technology that is becoming increasingly integrated into American business.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 6, 2026

There is nothing very cool about everything becoming the same.

From Slate Sep. 6, 2026

He went from being Thomas Jefferson’s childhood playmate to becoming his personal servant—which meant, in Jefferson’s words, to “shave, dress and follow me on horseback.”

From "In the Shadow of Liberty" by Kenneth C. Davis




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