1
as in tumor
an abnormal mass of tissue
found a growth on the dog's neck under her collar
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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 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
Standard Bank estimates such tariffs could reduce economic growth by as much as 1.5 percentage points from current projections of 4% GDP growth this year.
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Yinka Adegoke, semafor.com, 1 July 2025
Powell on Tuesday said the Fed continues to monitor the effect of tariffs on economic growth and inflation.
—Anne Marie D. Lee, CBS News, 1 July 2025
The Inter-American Development Bank forecasts data center investments in the region will double by 2029 relative to last year’s level, potentially boosting stagnating economic growth.
—Jeronimo Gonzalez, semafor.com, 20 June 2025
Initially believed to be a stroke, he was rushed to Salford Royal Hospital, where scans revealed a growth on his brain.
—Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 June 2025
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Yinka Adegoke, semafor.com, 1 July 2025
Powell on Tuesday said the Fed continues to monitor the effect of tariffs on economic growth and inflation.
—Anne Marie D. Lee, CBS News, 1 July 2025
The Inter-American Development Bank forecasts data center investments in the region will double by 2029 relative to last year’s level, potentially boosting stagnating economic growth.
—Jeronimo Gonzalez, semafor.com, 20 June 2025
Initially believed to be a stroke, he was rushed to Salford Royal Hospital, where scans revealed a growth on his brain.
—Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for growth
Noun
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However, a routine scan in March 2025 revealed that the tumor was returning.—
Latoya Gayle,
People.com,
1 July 2025
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With this procedure, an interventional radiologist would stick a needle in my back and inject the tumor with freezing liquid.—
Peter Ubel,
Forbes.com,
26 June 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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Advertisement The Crown Prince has been masterful at protecting Saudi Arabia’s development.—
Karen Elliott House,
Time,
10 July 2025
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The loan types included business loans for the purchase of equipment, land development and residential mortgage loans.—
Sydney Sasser
July 10,
Charlotte Observer,
10 July 2025
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Nearly every neighboring state — minus Iowa — has legalized marijuana, but the Badger State hasn't made much progress on the issue, despite widespread voter support.—
Cailey Gleeson,
jsonline.com,
10 July 2025
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After flying three missions into low-Earth orbit this year, Varda Space Industries appears to be making credible progress toward developing the nascent manufacturing-in-space industry.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
10 July 2025
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This is one of the oldest whiskeys in the series to date, following the summer 2023 release (four years old) and the summer 2024 release (five years old), and that additional year has really made this bourbon hit the sweet spot of maturation.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
26 June 2025
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This is the same political culture that perforated Hogg’s own political maturation — one where the stringent structures of establishment politics’ demands of loyalty ring hollow and moral idealism is a necessity.—
Maximo Bratter,
The Orlando Sentinel,
20 June 2025
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Research has found several genetic variants that are associated with the development and progression of MASH.—
Suchandrima Bhowmik,
Health,
12 July 2025
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Instead, recruit with an intent to fit your scheme and depth needs, fill roster holes with the transfer portal and then do player progressions manually.—
Cameron Teague Robinson,
New York Times,
11 July 2025
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Leaves are the engines that make energy for flowering and fruiting.—
Nan Sterman,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 July 2025
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Pruning those floppy stems back to the lower set of leaves around the base of the plant after the initial flowering period should prompt yarrow to produce stronger regrowth.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 June 2025
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Plans for expansion to New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago in 2026 demonstrate the tour’s national ambitions.—
Essence,
Essence,
10 July 2025
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The changes should spur the expansion of housing in urban areas that are close to jobs and transportation and make an impactful contribution toward addressing the housing crisis in California by narrowing the gap between housing demand and supply.—
Phillip Molnar,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 July 2025
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“Growth.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/growth. Accessed 16 Jul. 2025.
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