DILATING (ON OR UPON) Synonyms: 22 Similar and Opposite Words

dilating (on or upon)

verb

present participle of dilate (on or upon)

as in enlarging (on or upon)

to express more fully and in greater detail refused to dilate upon his alleged plan for improving the economy in the event that he won the election

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StudioCanal and Deadpan Pictures are developing a live-action television adaptation of Katie Kirby’s bestselling The Extremely Embarrassing Life of Lottie Brooks book series.

— Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 6 Oct. 2026
This independent organization compiles lists of needs for developing communities (think school supplies or clothing), and guests can bring these items from home to give to those in need.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026

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Arkansas should learn from this experience and invest in expanding access to podiatric care.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 5 Oct. 2026
In a time defined by AI acceleration, expanding cybersecurity risks and relentless pressure to grow, organizations can no longer afford leadership models that diffuse responsibility when outcomes fall short.

— Guy Yehiav, Forbes.com, 5 Oct. 2026

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