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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
Rather than dying back and re-growing from ground level, these plants sprout their new growth from a main trunk or main branches.
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David Beaulieu, The Spruce, 15 Feb. 2026
With the youngest population of any continent and more than 60 percent of Africans under 25, Cook argues that the region represents a demographic force poised to shape global media consumption, political influence and economic growth in the decades ahead.
—Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 15 Feb. 2026
But those Comets became part of the connective tissue of soccer’s growth here.
—Kansas City Star, 15 Feb. 2026
Inflation came in surprisingly soft on Friday, just after a labor market report showed higher-than-expected growth.
—J.d. Capelouto, semafor.com, 15 Feb. 2026
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David Beaulieu, The Spruce, 15 Feb. 2026
With the youngest population of any continent and more than 60 percent of Africans under 25, Cook argues that the region represents a demographic force poised to shape global media consumption, political influence and economic growth in the decades ahead.
—Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 15 Feb. 2026
But those Comets became part of the connective tissue of soccer’s growth here.
—Kansas City Star, 15 Feb. 2026
Inflation came in surprisingly soft on Friday, just after a labor market report showed higher-than-expected growth.
—J.d. Capelouto, semafor.com, 15 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for growth
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The run raises money for neurofibromatosis, commonly referred to as NF — a group of genetic disorders that causes skin pigmentation and tumors on nerve tissue.—
Rashad Alexander,
Kansas City Star,
14 Feb. 2026
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In Tim's case, the tumor was near a bile duct.—
Aliza Chasan,
CBS News,
14 Feb. 2026
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One song on Laughter in Summer defines Copeland’s evolution, both musical and spiritual.—
Matthew Blackwell,
Pitchfork,
17 Feb. 2026
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Foley anticipates more bachelor’s degrees in the future, reflecting the college’s evolution to meet workforce needs and support returning students.—
Lou Ponsi,
Oc Register,
17 Feb. 2026
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Additionally, author Preston Fassel has been named CCO, creative director and head of development.—
William Earl,
Variety,
13 Feb. 2026
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The new details mark a significant development in this case.—
Liz Kreutz,
NBC news,
13 Feb. 2026
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These tradeoffs become unavoidable, leading to arguments, frustration and eventually, some progress.—
Steve Booren,
Denver Post,
15 Feb. 2026
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That progress matters, and it should not be taken for granted.—
Suzette Valladares,
Oc Register,
15 Feb. 2026
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Louisville’s Barrell Craft Spirits is responsible for a fair share of these, and some of them are intricate secondary maturations that involve several different types of wood.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
8 Feb. 2026
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The physical maturation is evident as ever each summer when Hooper’s NFL-sized frame is contrasted against De La Salle’s current group of high school athletes.—
Evan Webeck,
Mercury News,
6 Feb. 2026
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The progression of limerence can be understood as a shift from desiring another person to becoming addicted to them.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
13 Feb. 2026
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Slow progression over several weeks, months and even years.—
Leslie Baumann,
Miami Herald,
13 Feb. 2026
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But some indoor plants do better snug in their pots; being a little root-bound is conducive to their growth and flowering.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 Feb. 2026
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Deadheading encourages more flowering.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
14 Feb. 2026
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Private consumption drove the modest expansion, offsetting weakness in exports and public spending, according to data from Japan’s Cabinet Office.—
Lim Hui Jie,
CNBC,
16 Feb. 2026
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The agency's unilateral expansion of government power is dangerous, and not only for immigrant families.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
16 Feb. 2026
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“Growth.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/growth. Accessed 18 Feb. 2026.
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