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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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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
Major League Soccer expansion franchise San Diego FC plays its first home match on March 1.
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Ryan Finley, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Jan. 2025
That’s compared to other Canadian expansion candidates such as Vancouver or Edmonton, which would necessitate air travel for all six current franchises.
—Hailey Salvian, The Athletic, 22 Jan. 2025
Griner briefly played with Monique Billings, who the Valkyries selected in the expansion draft.
—Joseph Dycus, The Mercury News, 22 Jan. 2025
International expansion has also required new packaging.
—David Thomas Tao, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
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Ryan Finley, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Jan. 2025
That’s compared to other Canadian expansion candidates such as Vancouver or Edmonton, which would necessitate air travel for all six current franchises.
—Hailey Salvian, The Athletic, 22 Jan. 2025
Griner briefly played with Monique Billings, who the Valkyries selected in the expansion draft.
—Joseph Dycus, The Mercury News, 22 Jan. 2025
International expansion has also required new packaging.
—David Thomas Tao, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for expansion
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More than 7,300 retail stores closed last year, a 57% increase from 2023, according to Coresight Research.—
Maria Sole Campinoti,
CNN,
27 Jan. 2025
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While homicides were down, IMPD recorded a 7% increase in the number of non-fatal shootings among kids.—
Arika Herron,
Axios,
27 Jan. 2025
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This year, the initiative carries even greater significance as two Black quarterbacks prepare to face off in Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans—a historic moment in the sport’s evolution.—
Mecca Pryor,
Essence,
1 Feb. 2025
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The album, released under Universal Music Latino and co-produced by the young singer-songwriter mostly with Julio Reyes Copello, represents a crucial moment in her artistic and emotional evolution, with a mature, authentic, and reflective proposal.—
Sigal Ratner-Arias,
Billboard,
31 Jan. 2025
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Patches of snow covered his meadow, a golden expanse in northwestern Colorado where Bruchez’s family has run cattle for about 25 years.—
Mark Dent,
thehustle.co,
31 Jan. 2025
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These typically featured broad, square or rectangular expanses of white or gray, bordered by a heavy band of black, the two non-hues separated by a narrow strip of color.—
News Desk,
Artforum,
23 Jan. 2025
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Jovic provided a big boost off the bench, with 17 points (including three for four on three-pointers), to go along with six rebounds and four assists.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
26 Jan. 2025
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Following a hot start to the season, Atlanta has fallen back down to earth and is in need of a boost.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
25 Jan. 2025
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Although there are currently no five-star hotels in the village of Saanen, the five-star Alpina Gstaad has confirmed that its second location is slated to open in Saanen—a move likely to inspire further hospitality development in the area.—
Monica Mendal,
Vogue,
23 Jan. 2025
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Research over the last decade has found that unsafe housing conditions affect cognitive development and learning, Tobener said.—
Cathie Anderson,
Sacramento Bee,
23 Jan. 2025
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Laviolette felt that line generated plenty even if there were stretches when Miller’s lack of familiarity with the Rangers’ system — and lack of sleep — seemed to cause some chaos in the defensive zone.—
Arthur Staple,
The Athletic,
2 Feb. 2025
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The results of her research stretch across the four panels.—
Mara Hoberman,
Artforum,
1 Feb. 2025
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With the free agency market also having slim pickings in March, in addition to the the Titans, Browns, and Giants, the Las Vegas Raiders, New Orleans Saints and even possibly the Indianapolis Colts are left in a difficult situation in evaluating the risk on these players.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
3 Feb. 2025
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The trade picture just gets a little skewed by the Dallas Mavericks getting only one first-round pick for Luka Dončić in addition to 31-year-old All-NBA big man Anthony Davis.—
Zach Harper,
The Athletic,
3 Feb. 2025
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Trace also reflected on his own struggles and progress, offering his father a path toward reconciliation.—
Jessica Lynch,
Billboard,
23 Jan. 2025
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Strong winds and dry brush fueled fast-moving fires in Southern California, threatening to reverse the progress made battling wildfires across the region that have burned over 40,000 acres and killed at least 28 people.—
Christopher Cann,
USA TODAY,
23 Jan. 2025
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“Expansion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/expansion. Accessed 5 Feb. 2025.
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