devolve
verb (used with object)
to transfer or delegate (a duty, responsibility, etc.) to or upon another; pass on.
devolves
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present tense formof devolve (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
Example Sentences
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Mrs. Irani’s advice is well-meaning and even inspirational, but sometimes she devolves into cliché and therapy-speak.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 10, 2026
As he devolves in the dark, decaying shadow dimension, he becomes less and less human in both spirit and appearance.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 27, 2025
It is a shame this strong film devolves when it could have just ended.
From Salon ● Sep. 20, 2024
The hope continues to be that the job market slows its growth but not by so much that it devolves into widespread layoffs.
From Seattle Times ● Jun. 5, 2024
As the line devolves into a great milling mob, I slip away.
From "Dry" by Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman
