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becomes

VERB

evolve into

Synonyms

STRONGEST

come develop into grow into turn into

STRONG

convert incline mature metamorphose shift wax

WEAK

alter to assume form of be converted to be reduced to be reformed be remodeled be transformed into change into come to be emerge as eventually be pass into ripen into turn out

Antonyms

STRONG

remain stagnate

VERB

enhance

Synonyms

STRONGEST

belong to

STRONG

accord adorn agree augment display embellish enrich fit flatter garnish grace harmonize heighten match ornament suit

WEAK

be appropriate go together go with make handsome set off

Antonyms

STRONG

decrease disagree hurt leave plain mar oppose refuse uglify withhold

Example Sentences

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"Although energy production continues, it becomes less efficient and sustainable, and energy can no longer be distributed flexibly."

From Science Daily • Jun. 11, 2026

They can reap the benefits of China’s economies of scale and efficient supply chains, while also learning from China as it becomes not just a manufacturing hub but also a center of innovation.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

And who benefits depends on timing too—early on it might benefit more skilled workers, but as it becomes normalized it might benefit less skilled workers.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

None of this becomes an issue with Root in charge.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

Joey may be small, but her fighting spirit is mighty, and that becomes clear soon after she arrives in Carville.

From "At Last She Stood" by Erin Entrada Kelly