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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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
The new project forms part of Amazon MGM Studio’s global expansion plans, which includes premium original series, local remakes and theatrical features in Mexico.
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Anna Marie De La Fuente, Variety, 23 Mar. 2026
Bachmann said the key to a successful expansion is having consistency at all locations.
—Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 23 Mar. 2026
Whether any would mount a challenge would depend on whether there is a desire to air a competing broadcast; traditionally the Army-Navy game hasn’t faced stiff competition, though the potential expansion of the College Football Playoff could change the calculus.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 23 Mar. 2026
First up is an expansion draft for the two new teams — Toronto and Portland.
—Doug Feinberg, Chicago Tribune, 23 Mar. 2026
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Anna Marie De La Fuente, Variety, 23 Mar. 2026
Bachmann said the key to a successful expansion is having consistency at all locations.
—Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 23 Mar. 2026
Whether any would mount a challenge would depend on whether there is a desire to air a competing broadcast; traditionally the Army-Navy game hasn’t faced stiff competition, though the potential expansion of the College Football Playoff could change the calculus.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 23 Mar. 2026
First up is an expansion draft for the two new teams — Toronto and Portland.
—Doug Feinberg, Chicago Tribune, 23 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for expansion
Noun
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This is an increase from the 31 arrests made during the same period last year.—
Bri Buckley,
CBS News,
21 Mar. 2026
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That represents an increase of nearly 2,000 spectators per outing, which equates to a 7% rise compared with the same point in 2024-25.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
20 Mar. 2026
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Like Martin herself, her new headquarters is in constant evolution.—
Ingrid Abramovitch,
Architectural Digest,
24 Mar. 2026
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The evolution of live sports programming has become a battleground between traditional broadcast companies and streaming platforms, vying for the right to air the best games possible year after year.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
24 Mar. 2026
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Across the glassy expanse, postcard-perfect Bellagio stretches into view, as ferries glide hypnotically back and forth between the shores.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Mar. 2026
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About themselves, about the infinite expanse of creativity, about the power of music to cross borders, outlast wars, span centuries and still inspire.—
Steve Lopez,
Los Angeles Times,
21 Mar. 2026
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At present, scramjet engine development is one of the hardest engineering problems to solve, so any boost to that will be very useful indeed.—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
21 Mar. 2026
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His challenge is finding a way to maximize the revenue boost from the oil price rise while cushioning the impact on the poorest people in a nation where around 60% of the population live below the World Bank’s poverty line.—
Alexis Akwagyiram,
semafor.com,
20 Mar. 2026
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The project does not appear to have been filed with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation as of Thursday, but an affiliated project's TDLR filings offer more insights into the site development plans.—
Julianna Duennes Russ,
Austin American Statesman,
21 Mar. 2026
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At their Tuesday meeting, council will weigh the resolution accepting the petition's withdrawal, greenlighting the development of that annexation policy, and putting a stay on future annexation applications.—
Olivia Young,
CBS News,
21 Mar. 2026
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For months, residents along that stretch of the project have expressed concerns regarding its design and impact.—
Desiree Mathurin,
Charlotte Observer,
24 Mar. 2026
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The first week was rough, as the family adjusted to long stretches of desert trail in ever-changing spring conditions.—
David Gleisner,
Outside,
24 Mar. 2026
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The changes at the intersection will mean the addition of two signs that will have flashing lights triggered by people or traffic at the crossing roads.—
Alan Gionet,
CBS News,
25 Mar. 2026
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In addition to his robust campaign fundraising, Holland has been able to bring on the head of the local Republican Party, Matthew Kay, as his campaign chair.—
Richard A. Webster,
ProPublica,
24 Mar. 2026
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August 23 – September 22 Structure helps ideas turn into real progress.—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
23 Mar. 2026
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The votes mark incremental progress toward resolving at least some of the vacancies that have fueled the dispute, particularly in Utah, where Holyoak’s interim status has become a flashpoint in the broader fight.—
Kaelan Deese,
The Washington Examiner,
22 Mar. 2026
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“Expansion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/expansion. Accessed 27 Mar. 2026.
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