devolve

Example Sentences

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That could cause a correction to devolve into a bear market.

From Barron's • Feb. 28, 2026

With time running out to save its star-crossed season, USC put itself in position for a statement-making Saturday, only to see that dream devolve into a nightmare in an 82-67 loss to No. 12 Nebraska.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 28, 2026

In a statement, the Westminster administration said it would "work closely with the Welsh government to devolve economic regulation of water to Wales".

From BBC • Jul. 21, 2025

But, the frequent CNN debate guest promised, “The Weekend: Primetime” will not devolve into a “boxing match like some other shows.”

From Salon • May 2, 2025

As it began to devolve into a debate over Rowan’s immediate future, Citra leaned in to him and whispered.

From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman