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to evolve
01
to develop from a simple form to a more complex or sophisticated one over an extended period
Intransitive
1.1
(biology) to change gradually and over generations into forms that are better adapted to the environment and fitter to survive
02
to undergo genetic changes that result in the acquisition or development of new traits
Transitive: to evolve new traits
03
to facilitate the development or emergence of something
Transitive: to evolve sth
evolve
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Example
The Internet has evolved from a basic communication tool to a complex network of information.
Scientific theories evolve as new evidence and understanding emerge.
Organizational structures can evolve as companies grow and adapt to changing needs.
Language tends to evolve over time, with new words and expressions emerging.
Economic initiatives evolved opportunities for entrepreneurship and job creation in underdeveloped regions.
