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
Casey’s already has a presence in Naperville as part of its recent Chicago-area expansion, with stores at Ogden Avenue and Naper Boulevard, Route 59 and 75th Street, and — the newest location to reopen as a Casey’s — Plainfield/Naperville Road and 75th Street.
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Marie Wilson, Chicago Tribune, 9 May 2025
Preliminary data for the first quarter of 2025 showed a 0.2% expansion.
—Sophie Kiderlin, CNBC, 9 May 2025
The tool launched in beta with a select set of cities, with broader expansion to come.
—Jeff Fromm, Forbes.com, 9 May 2025
Rumors have long suggested that an expansion team could be headed to TGL in 2026, and now some light has been shed on who that might be.
—Troy Finnegan, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 May 2025
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Marie Wilson, Chicago Tribune, 9 May 2025
Preliminary data for the first quarter of 2025 showed a 0.2% expansion.
—Sophie Kiderlin, CNBC, 9 May 2025
The tool launched in beta with a select set of cities, with broader expansion to come.
—Jeff Fromm, Forbes.com, 9 May 2025
Rumors have long suggested that an expansion team could be headed to TGL in 2026, and now some light has been shed on who that might be.
—Troy Finnegan, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for expansion
Noun
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At the three-month mark, my skin visibly looked more glowy, likely thanks to the increase of collagen production.—
Perrie Samotin,
Glamour,
3 May 2025
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That's still an increase of $2 million over recent years.—
Javier Zarracina,
USA Today,
3 May 2025
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Private rooms are just the next evolution of the very off-exchange ecosystem Citadel helped create.—
Daniel Schlaepfer,
Forbes.com,
8 May 2025
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The handful of homes designed by the legendary American architect that are now for sale across the U.S. span a wide range of styles, price points, and construction dates, reflecting the evolution of Wright’s vision over his long career.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
7 May 2025
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In February, the president ordered the federal government to dramatically scale back the functions of the Presidio Trust, which was established by Representative Nancy Pelosi and oversees a popular expanse with stunning views of the Golden Gate Bridge.—
Heather Knight,
New York Times,
6 May 2025
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On Florida’s Forgotten Coast, life moves slower and long expanses remain unmarred by development.—
Carrie Honaker,
Travel + Leisure,
6 May 2025
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Segal sees digital technologies, film tax credits and other soft money available internationally as providing a financial and creative boost to Hollywood producers to go further afield to shoot projects.—
Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
14 May 2025
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FanDuel Promo Code: Bet $5 on the NBA, Win $200 Bonus This is a 40-to-1 odds boost for players to use on Celtics-Knicks, Timberwolves-Warriors or any other game this week.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 May 2025
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The group has speakers, field trips and other activities that promote the development of skills and friendships.—
Deb Harvell,
Arkansas Online,
11 May 2025
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Despite all the headlines, Tate says developments are still going to come out of the ground — including his own.—
Susannah Bryan,
Sun Sentinel,
11 May 2025
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The antitrust trial targeting Google's search business is heading into the home stretch, and the outcome could forever alter Google—and the web itself.—
Ryan Whitwam,
ArsTechnica,
8 May 2025
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During that stretch, the team has combined for a 2.16 ERA.—
Jesse Newell,
Kansas City Star,
8 May 2025
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In addition to the loss of leadership, Stern said cutting NIH's ties to the Safe to Sleep campaign sends a disconcerting message to families who have experienced infant loss.—
Adrianna Rodriguez,
USA Today,
10 May 2025
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In addition to Lowry, Kelce played in the event with Stephan Jaeger.—
Julio Cesar Valdera Morales,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 May 2025
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Brimming with character, capital city Muscat is home to cultural attractions that offer a glimpse at the country’s profound connection to its heritage while embracing a nuanced approach to modern progress.—
Natasha Amar,
Forbes.com,
11 May 2025
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Joel, Avie, and Bryan paid keen attention to progress, leaving Gill to immerse himself in the football side and the brothers then committed to a bigger space housing 40 to 50 employees in Pall Mall at an annual rent of £5million.—
Laurie Whitwell,
New York Times,
11 May 2025
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“Expansion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/expansion. Accessed 18 May. 2025.
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