that's a welcome development

Grammar usage guide and real-world examples

That's a welcome development, given that, hitherto, the duo's self-mockery has tended to draw their political sting.

That's a welcome development but too much of LaBute's waspishness shines through to make this tale wholly satisfying.

That's a welcome development, but MPs need to keep that committee's feet to the fire – ensuring it defies its reputation as a creature of the executive (its nine members must first be nominated by the prime minister before they can be approved by parliament); one that is easily rolled by the security services.

That's a welcome development.

The statement added: "That's a welcome development for New Yorkers — especially those living and working downtown — who have waited long enough for the neighborhood to be completely restored.

That is a welcome development to the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA), football's governing body, which is always looking for proof that "home-grown" teams can be just as successful as international squads.

That was a welcome development.

That is a welcome development, boosting the purchasing power of both businesses and households.

While that was a welcome development, the other part of the correct funding formula for transit is still being ignored.

That was a welcome development; it had been two hundred and seventy-five days since she'd held a full press conference, provoking worry not just about access to the campaign but about how transparent a Clinton Administration might be.

Although that is a welcome development in itself, it does suggest that even the notoriously myopic Saudis could no longer ignore rising levels of al-Qaida activity on their territory.