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 expansion will include areas dedicated to rotating exhibits, educational programs,and community events, as well as a rooftop reception space with sprawling views of downtown San Diego and Balboa Park, designed to host special events and gatherings.
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News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 June 2025
California legislators have voted to approve a major expansion of the state’s tax credit for film and TV production, which has been a key priority for Gov. Gavin Newsom.
—Gene Maddaus, Variety, 27 June 2025
The Supreme Court sided in a Friday ruling with a group of Maryland parents seeking to opt their children out of school curricula that featured LGBTQ+ characters and themes, marking an expansion of religious liberty protections.
—Solcyré Burga, Time, 27 June 2025
With the funding approved through 2035, the expansion will shower as much as $1.5 billion in subsidies to Hollywood over the next decade.
—Katie Kilkenny, HollywoodReporter, 27 June 2025
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News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 June 2025
California legislators have voted to approve a major expansion of the state’s tax credit for film and TV production, which has been a key priority for Gov. Gavin Newsom.
—Gene Maddaus, Variety, 27 June 2025
The Supreme Court sided in a Friday ruling with a group of Maryland parents seeking to opt their children out of school curricula that featured LGBTQ+ characters and themes, marking an expansion of religious liberty protections.
—Solcyré Burga, Time, 27 June 2025
With the funding approved through 2035, the expansion will shower as much as $1.5 billion in subsidies to Hollywood over the next decade.
—Katie Kilkenny, HollywoodReporter, 27 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for expansion
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The new pictures represent a significant increase in detail that is primarily owed to Biomass’s main instrument: the P-band synthetic aperture radar.—
Emma R. Hasson,
Scientific American,
1 July 2025
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After the trade that sent Jalen Ramsey to the Steelers resulted in a pay increase for the star cornerback, rumors have started rumbling about a possible Watt trade.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 July 2025
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Emergent theories of evolution, questions of science and mysticism, and an illuminating romance are at the heart of Gilbert’s sprawling historical tale, one of her more underappreciated works of fiction.—
Mia Barzilay Freund,
Vogue,
7 July 2025
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From career-defining moments to the evolution of sports and culture, this conversation will go beyond stats and highlights to uncover the mindset, challenges, and legacy of a true game-changer.—
Essence,
Essence,
7 July 2025
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Places like Antarctica, Tasmania, and New Zealand sometimes offer glimpses of the elusive southern lights, but one of the most compelling places to witness the celestial event is in Patagonia, the mountainous expanse that straddles southern Argentina and Chile.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
6 July 2025
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Arizona, with its abundant sun, lack of oil and gas resources, open desert expanses and business-friendly policies, has been a leader in welcoming clean energy progress incentivized by Biden-era programs.—
Joan Meiners,
AZCentral.com,
3 July 2025
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However, here’s the catch: these estimates do not even include the prospective boost from the new cryptocurrency offerings.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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And the same boost could be triggered by GLP-1 RA weight-loss and diabetes drugs.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
30 June 2025
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However, San Jose has struggled to keep pace, with the city failing to see a single construction start last year for market-rate multi-family developments over 20 units, making the Pleasant Hills project a potential bonus should it be constructed.—
Devan Patel,
Mercury News,
28 June 2025
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The development was spearheaded by Frederick Long and Laneé Nicole, local real estate professionals, and developer David Sutor.—
Maya Wilkins,
Chicago Tribune,
28 June 2025
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That might include coaching, shadowing, stretch projects or focused learning interventions.—
David James,
Forbes.com,
7 July 2025
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Although some newcomers understandably associate Texas with its long stretches of severe drought, cycles of flash flooding are just as definitive.—
Michael Barnes,
Austin American Statesman,
7 July 2025
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However, as is the case with most federal laws — especially one that’s nearly 900 pages long and peppered with plenty of eleventh-hour additions — the outcomes aren’t always that cut and dry.—
Alicia Wallace,
CNN Money,
8 July 2025
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In addition to the bedrooms, the home features a small but charming kitchen with modern cabinets and spacious countertops, as well as a dining area that accommodates a small table.—
Katrina Cossey,
Parents,
8 July 2025
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But lawmakers did see progress on some key items Friday, including on the state and local tax (SALT) deduction cap that has proven to be an arduous battle between the Senate GOP and House members from high-tax states.—
Al Weaver,
The Hill,
28 June 2025
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Meanwhile, Jun-ho’s search mission is finally making significant progress.—
Jennifer Zhan,
Vulture,
27 June 2025
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“Expansion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/expansion. Accessed 12 Jul. 2025.
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