development
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Some investors may be concerned that government involvement could slow or stifle innovation and development.
From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026
With better global health, development, and humanitarian assistance—with an ongoing connection to these communities—these kinds of interventions could happen faster, even, ideally, before an outbreak occurs.
From Slate • Jun. 9, 2026
Experts are concerned about the slow pace of the development of Elon Musk's Starship lunar lander and the absence of any in-orbit refuelling tests.
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
The earlier order “could’ve been a blocker” to American AI development, he said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026
A bright spot in his social and physical development at Community Woodward occurred when he was chosen to be on the baseball team, and he began to emerge from his shell.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
Vocabulary lists containing development
The SAT: Language of the Test, List 6
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The SAT: Multiple-Meaning Words, List 5
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The Language of Standardized Tests, List 4
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