1
as in increase
something added (as by growth)
the museum's new wing is only the first in a series of expansions planned for the next decade
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2
as in evolution
the act or process of going from the simple or basic to the complex or advanced
the expansion of remedial reading classes into a district-wide program using school volunteers for a variety of needs
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3
as in expanse
a wide space or area
we gazed in awe at the star-strewn expansion of nighttime sky above us
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Recent Examples of expansion
Such levels of import duties are expected to dent China’s exports and knock several percentage points off the economy’s expansion this year.
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Anniek Bao,evelyn Cheng, CNBC, 16 Apr. 2025
The largest expansion was at High Point Elementary, where an addition of nearly 15,700 square feet added a gymnasium, three classrooms and two bathrooms on the east side of the existing 37,000-square-foot school.
—Mike Nolan, Chicago Tribune, 15 Apr. 2025
Even if Moscow and Washington cannot settle on a replacement treaty before New START goes out of force next February, rapid nuclear expansion is not inevitable.
—Rose Gottemoeller, Foreign Affairs, 15 Apr. 2025
Lawmakers passed a law to cut Medicaid expansion funds in the most recent session.
—Nicole Blanchard, Idaho Statesman, 15 Apr. 2025
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Anniek Bao,evelyn Cheng, CNBC, 16 Apr. 2025
The largest expansion was at High Point Elementary, where an addition of nearly 15,700 square feet added a gymnasium, three classrooms and two bathrooms on the east side of the existing 37,000-square-foot school.
—Mike Nolan, Chicago Tribune, 15 Apr. 2025
Even if Moscow and Washington cannot settle on a replacement treaty before New START goes out of force next February, rapid nuclear expansion is not inevitable.
—Rose Gottemoeller, Foreign Affairs, 15 Apr. 2025
Lawmakers passed a law to cut Medicaid expansion funds in the most recent session.
—Nicole Blanchard, Idaho Statesman, 15 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for expansion
Noun
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In 2024, the league announced a 170% increase in viewership across ESPN platforms compared to the previous year.—
Roberta F. Rodrigues,
Forbes.com,
21 Apr. 2025
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The Courant recently reported that while most Connecticut communities are proposing modest tax increases of 1 to 4% and a few planning no changes at all, several were warning of heftier hikes, one nearly 20%.—
Kenneth R. Gosselin,
Hartford Courant,
21 Apr. 2025
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Among Zhang’s expansive portfolio, three standout projects capture his artistic evolution and deeper purpose: Dancing with a Jellyfish, Aesthetics from Africa, and Mirror: Truth or Lie.—
Sixteen Ramos,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2025
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Charlotte Flair, a top star in WWE's women's division, appears to be on the cusp of a significant character evolution following her recent high-stakes match at WrestleMania 41.—
Andrew Ravens,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 Apr. 2025
Noun
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From colorful stripes to designs on the expanse of the nail, the simple base can offer variations according to current trends.—
Jeanne Ballion,
Vogue,
12 Apr. 2025
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The Keep is just that good, despite being laid out on a rocky expanse of land that Bergin, who has been involved in more than 100 course projects, says wasn’t exactly made for golf.—
Erik Matuszewski,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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The fabric is known to be smoothing and super flattering, so expect this pair to deliver an extra boost of confidence.—
Genevieve Cepeda,
Travel + Leisure,
20 Apr. 2025
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That will be enough to qualify for these profit boosts.—
Nicholas Creel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 Apr. 2025
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The city’s investments and partnerships have led to reductions in crime, student improvements in the classroom, and the development of a health clinic set to open this summer, Crain said.—
Harrison Mantas,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
17 Apr. 2025
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The Thursday interest rate lift is therefore as a largely technical adjustment following the March developments, according to Brad Bechtel, global head of FX at Jefferies.—
Natasha Turak,
CNBC,
17 Apr. 2025
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From Lowcountry retreats in South Carolina to North Carolina’s serene Atlantic stretches to Florida’s world-famous blue-green waters, the options are endless.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
26 Apr. 2025
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Williams, in particular, has had great stretches, lining up mostly in the slot.—
Doug Haller,
New York Times,
26 Apr. 2025
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Late Monday night, federal officials indicated that Harvard would be docked $2.2 billion in multiyear grants in addition to the cancellation of a $60 million contract due to its letter and failure to comply.—
Dan Pontefract,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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In addition to social media, Mojica has seen the trend play out in real life and has a friend who regularly takes cruises with lines like Virgin and Royal Caribbean.—
Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
14 Apr. 2025
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There is no update on the containment progress of the fire and its cause has not yet been determined.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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How the condition originates, progresses, and responds to treatment can also vary a good deal among people.—
Erica Sloan,
SELF,
16 Apr. 2025
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“Expansion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/expansion. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025.
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