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as in underdeveloped
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as in uncultivated
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Recent Examples of undeveloped
According to recent analysis by financial data firm FactSet, up to 89 percent of undeveloped wind projects are at risk as a result of Trump's Day One directive, which paused offshore wind lease sales in federal waters as well as approval, loan and permit issuance for onshore and offshore projects.
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Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 16 Feb. 2025
Stansbury said the property has always been vacant or used for farmland, and the previous owner, who purchased the property in 2006, left the space undeveloped.
—Marina Johnson, The Courier-Journal, 7 Feb. 2025
While environmental groups often argue for leaving all federal land undeveloped, much of this land is underutilized and can be responsibly and conservatively developed to address urgent housing shortages.
—Cole Marting, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Jan. 2025
Hauptman’s house sat at the top of a ridge, a sharp undeveloped drop nearby, with the village and Palisades Charter High in front of it.
—Stephen Rodrick, Rolling Stone, 13 Feb. 2025
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Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 16 Feb. 2025
Stansbury said the property has always been vacant or used for farmland, and the previous owner, who purchased the property in 2006, left the space undeveloped.
—Marina Johnson, The Courier-Journal, 7 Feb. 2025
While environmental groups often argue for leaving all federal land undeveloped, much of this land is underutilized and can be responsibly and conservatively developed to address urgent housing shortages.
—Cole Marting, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Jan. 2025
Hauptman’s house sat at the top of a ridge, a sharp undeveloped drop nearby, with the village and Palisades Charter High in front of it.
—Stephen Rodrick, Rolling Stone, 13 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for undeveloped
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Much of it, as with all of Ukraine’s critical minerals industry, is underdeveloped because of war as well as onerous state policies.—
Samya Kullab and Hanna Arhirova,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Feb. 2025
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In the end, Redwood's resolution to Jesse's healing journey feels abrupt, a consequence of too many underdeveloped characters.—
Shania Russell,
EW.com,
14 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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After bushwhacking through uncultivated wilderness, the ground team found the woman, the Coast Guard said.—
Emily Mae Czachor,
CBS News,
11 Dec. 2024
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Heathcliff Heaths are areas of open, uncultivated land.—
Anna Moeslein,
Parents,
22 July 2024
Adjective
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There are no extra turns, backward movements, or skipping turns in this game.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes,
27 Feb. 2025
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Mercury’s backward spin manifests at the same time as Venus retrograde (in the same signs) and two eclipses—the lunar eclipse in Virgo is on March 14, and the solar eclipse in Aries is on March 29.—
Lisa Stardust,
Vogue,
26 Feb. 2025
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Certain ideas — a sweater made of flyaway feathers, a gradient that molted into florals around the collar and dresses with untamed bows — hinted at a greater whimsy lying somewhere below the surface.—
Jacob Gallagher,
New York Times,
26 Feb. 2025
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This contrast is echoed in the seamless fusion of natural elements, opulent fabrics, and untamed inspirations, all within a private yet intentionally exposed setting that embodies the multifaceted spirit of the Balmain woman.—
Essence,
Essence,
21 Feb. 2025
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The community is pocked by large, unruly trees and overgrown shrubbery where residents see coyotes, bobcats and once even a panther.—
Natalia Jaramillo,
Orlando Sentinel,
2 Mar. 2025
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The others are empty, aside from overgrown vegetation.—
Linda Robertson,
Miami Herald,
2 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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After you're finished, dry the walls completely with your clean towels, being careful to avoid water streaks or soggy spots left untended.—
Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott,
Southern Living,
6 Feb. 2025
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Uncovering a Forgotten History The discovery was initiated by a 1930s agricultural report referencing untended land filled with graves and trees—an area unsuitable for cultivation.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
12 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Creates opportunities for mentorship and career development through spontaneous interactions.—
Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
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Those days of spontaneous travel and memorable experiences don't have to be over.—
Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report,
Fox News,
25 Feb. 2025
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When the site was functioning, Musk made sure to spread a wild conspiracy theory about a fire at a Tesla lot in Seattle late Sunday night that damaged several Cybertrucks.—
Miles Klee,
Rolling Stone,
10 Mar. 2025
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Don’t be surprised if a herd of wild horses stomps their way through your campsite.—
Wendy Altschuler,
Forbes,
10 Mar. 2025
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“Undeveloped.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/undeveloped. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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