INCUBATION Synonyms: 49 Similar and Opposite Words

incubation

noun

Definition of incubation

as in maturation

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Recent Examples of incubation After all, Locarno Pro also sees itself as a talent incubation and training platform. — Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 3 Aug. 2026 Five teams out of eight made it through incubation, and more ventures survived, including the bread-to-feed company. — Clyde Eiríkur Hull, The Conversation, 23 July 2026 In a sense that’s true, as rather than continually being reinvested in Destiny, the profits were used for bizarre projects like a sprawling HQ in the COVID era, or herded into too many other incubation projects. — Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 29 June 2026 And more recently in April, outdoor specialty retailer Backcountry acquired Coalatree for an undisclosed price as part of its new venture, the Backcountry Garage incubation platform. — Vicki M. Young, Footwear News, 17 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for incubation

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But Season 2 clocks the fitful maturation process without mirroring as many of its youthful mistakes.

— Ben Travers, IndieWire, 27 Aug. 2026
Bavik keeps things classic, brewing with 100% malt and aroma hops, then letting the beer chill out for an extended cold maturation.

— Hudson Lindenberger, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of maturation

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Board members voted Tuesday to release a report detailing the investigation into Hill, including the process, lessons learned and recommended improvements, by the end of September.

— Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 28 Aug. 2026
So your improvement is about four to five times bigger than what the average participant in our study gained.

— Charlie Warzel, The Atlantic, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of improvement

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Advantages of cultivating a single clone include uniform ripening and flavor profile and consistent tannin and acidity levels, which allow for greater control over the final wine.

— Mike DeSimone, Robb Report, 30 Aug. 2026
In-season shopping reduces reliance on energy-intensive greenhouses, long-haul freight and artificial ripening.

— Lauren Schuster, Miami Herald, 14 Aug. 2026

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