1
as in tumor
an abnormal mass of tissue
found a growth on the dog's neck under her collar
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as in evolution
the act or process of going from the simple or basic to the complex or advanced
the growth of the gambling industry into an economic mainstay in some locations
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as in development
the process of becoming mature
her reflections and mature behavior certainly demonstrate just how much emotional growth took place last summer
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Recent Examples of growth
The apparel segment, which contributed around 50 percent of total 618 sales, rose 7.2 percent during the May period, trailing by 6.8 percent year-over-year growth in the beauty category, according to Moojing.
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Denni Hu, Footwear News, 20 June 2025
This means Boardroom and QSI will team up on commercial, investment and media content initiatives, as well as advising on PSG’s growth in the U.S., while the parties will also develop merchandise together.
—Joe Vardon, New York Times, 20 June 2025
Over time, positive leadership pays off through loyalty and growth—from both customers and employees.
—Shep Hyken, Forbes.com, 8 June 2025
Nearly half of South Dakota’s projected inmate population growth can be attributed to a law approved in 2023 that requires some violent offenders to serve the full length of their sentences before parole, according to a report by Arrington Watkins.
—Sarah Raza, Los Angeles Times, 8 June 2025
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Denni Hu, Footwear News, 20 June 2025
This means Boardroom and QSI will team up on commercial, investment and media content initiatives, as well as advising on PSG’s growth in the U.S., while the parties will also develop merchandise together.
—Joe Vardon, New York Times, 20 June 2025
Over time, positive leadership pays off through loyalty and growth—from both customers and employees.
—Shep Hyken, Forbes.com, 8 June 2025
Nearly half of South Dakota’s projected inmate population growth can be attributed to a law approved in 2023 that requires some violent offenders to serve the full length of their sentences before parole, according to a report by Arrington Watkins.
—Sarah Raza, Los Angeles Times, 8 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for growth
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That study has enrolled only nine patients, however, and the results so far show that just one patient’s tumor actually shrank, according to a recent scientific abstract.—
Benjamin Mazer,
The Atlantic,
17 June 2025
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Most commonly, tumors occur in the retina, brain, spinal chord and kidneys.—
Alice Gibbs,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 June 2025
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The 1925 Scopes Trial, for example, was associated with a chilling effect on library holdings related to evolution.—
Jessica George,
JSTOR Daily,
25 June 2025
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The tech giants’ interest underscores the fierce competition for AI talent in what some believe will be the next major evolution of the internet.—
Lisa Eadicicco,
CNN Money,
24 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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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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Still, there have been some surprising leaps in progress.—
F.D. Flam,
Twin Cities,
27 June 2025
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The maturation of its player base naturally creates a demand for more mature experiences, hence why Brookhaven and its role-playing capabilities are so popular.—
Alyssa Mercante,
Rolling Stone,
20 June 2025
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One Life focuses on times of change and maturation.—
Grace Jordan-Weinstein,
People.com,
20 June 2025
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In adults, where rapid growth has ceased, the focus shifts to symptom management and pain levels, though curve progression remains a concern in certain cases.—
Richard Menger MD MPA,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2025
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The idea for the monthly reviews felt like a natural progression from what Hearn has learned from his experience in the world of work.—
Jack Beresford,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 June 2025
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At one point, Adeline plucked a tiny flowering weed and tried to hand it to Eleanor, a 3-year-old girl.—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 June 2025
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Do this throughout the spring flowering season, as additional flowers may form after your first session. 4.—
Luke Miller,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 June 2025
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Four years ago advances were being made on many of the political issues popular with people whose political views ranged from progressive to centrist such as DEI, ESG, CSR, climate change, the expansion of alternative energy and foreign aid.—
David Hessekiel,
Forbes.com,
28 June 2025
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Such a move would be a big win for the world’s largest money managers, who stand to profit from expansion of access to an asset class that has historically been available only to wealthy investors.—
Ryan Ermey,
CNBC,
27 June 2025
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“Growth.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/growth. Accessed 3 Jul. 2025.
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