develop
verb (used with object)
to bring out the capabilities or possibilities of; bring to a more advanced or effective state.
has been developing
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present perfect progressiveof develop (3rd person singular).present perfect progressive
Used to describe an action that began in the past, has continued continuously, and is still in progress.
Example Sentences
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Part of Prestwick's recent focus has been developing its ability to handle temperature sensitive products, and more than 1,500 tonnes of seafood was exported to China in six months alone.
From BBC ● Aug. 27, 2026
It was a clear message to Delta Air Lines, which has been developing a foothold for years, that it is going to fight for lucrative international travelers in the bustling corporate hub it calls home.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 19, 2026
Starlink has been developing a mobile unit, striking agreements to use its satellites to provide limited service on phones for subscribers of carriers when they are in remote areas.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 2, 2026
Nvidia has been developing hardware and software tools for AI computing for nearly two decades, giving it the pole position when generative AI caught fire.
From Barron's ● May 29, 2026
"Over the past few weeks, a dust storm has been developing in Arabia Terra. Not a big deal in terms of magnitude. It won't hinder his driving at all."
From "The Martian" by Andy Weir
