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as in increased
to become greater in extent, volume, amount, or number
as the number of people with cell phones enlarges, more transmission towers will have to be built
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as in expanded
to make greater in size, amount, or number
with a new member of the family on the way, maybe we should consider enlarging the house
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as in freed
to set free (as from slavery or confinement)
like a wild animal enlarged from a leghold trap, the freed prisoner raced about
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Recent Examples of enlarged
Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt, CNN Money, 26 Oct. 2025
For those who develop enlarged hemorrhoids during pregnancy, the discomfort can feel especially impossible to ignore.
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 21 Oct. 2025
Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is the medical term for an enlarged prostate.
—Md Published, PEOPLE, 2 Oct. 2025
Michael died at age 53 on Christmas morning in 2016 of natural causes, suffering from an enlarged heart and fatty liver disease.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 2 Oct. 2025
Treating enlarged nipples may require changes in medications, weight loss, or lifestyle changes, depending on the cause.
—Sherri Gordon, Health, 21 Sep. 2025
If untreated, the illness can progress into a chronic phase, which may remain silent for years but can eventually cause serious complications, including heart rhythm problems, an enlarged heart or digestive issues.
—Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 17 Sep. 2025
In more serious cases, infected people may experience digestive problems such as like an enlarged esophagus or colon, an enlarged heart or even sudden death, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
—Greta Cross, Freep.com, 17 Sep. 2025
But roughly 20-30% of people who are infected develop severe symptoms, including a range of heart issues—such as heart failure, irregular heartbeat, or even death—and digestive issues—such as an enlarged esophagus or colon, which could cause problems with eating or going to the bathroom.
—Chantelle Lee, Time, 10 Sep. 2025
Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 31 Oct. 2025
Trusting her instincts, Arden took Fern to an emergency vet, where an ultrasound revealed that Fern’s heart was enlarged and fluid was building in her chest.
—Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Oct. 2025
It is characterized by irregular menstrual cycles, excess androgen (male hormone) levels, and polycystic ovaries, which are enlarged ovaries containing numerous small cysts.
—Memorialcare Medical Group, Oc Register, 23 Oct. 2025
Testosterone can increase the chances of the prostate becoming enlarged, causing blockage of urine.
—Shiv Sudhakar, FOXNews.com, 4 Oct. 2025
Other potentially concerning changes including nipple discharge, pain or swelling in their breast, changes in the color of the nipple or breast, the nipple turning inward, painful or enlarged lymph nodes in the armpits or near the collarbone, or redness or flaky skin on the breast.
—Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 1 Oct. 2025
Adama enlarged the infrared feed from an overhead surveillance drone, revealing a pair of Jet Skis racing across the Dnieper from the Russian side.
—Ken Harbaugh, The Atlantic, 15 Sep. 2025
Traditional prints are being enlarged to create bold, graphic statements and a gallery-like presence.
—Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Sep. 2025
Just a few days later, Fluidstack enlarged the deal, incorporating an additional 160 MW of capacity.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2025
Adjective
Finasteride, prescribed for hair loss or enlarged prostate, and bicalutamide, used in prostate cancer treatment, can shift testosterone’s effects and allow breast tissue to grow.
—Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt, CNN Money, 26 Oct. 2025
For those who develop enlarged hemorrhoids during pregnancy, the discomfort can feel especially impossible to ignore.
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 21 Oct. 2025
Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is the medical term for an enlarged prostate.
—Md Published, PEOPLE, 2 Oct. 2025
Michael died at age 53 on Christmas morning in 2016 of natural causes, suffering from an enlarged heart and fatty liver disease.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 2 Oct. 2025
Treating enlarged nipples may require changes in medications, weight loss, or lifestyle changes, depending on the cause.
—Sherri Gordon, Health, 21 Sep. 2025
If untreated, the illness can progress into a chronic phase, which may remain silent for years but can eventually cause serious complications, including heart rhythm problems, an enlarged heart or digestive issues.
—Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 17 Sep. 2025
In more serious cases, infected people may experience digestive problems such as like an enlarged esophagus or colon, an enlarged heart or even sudden death, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
—Greta Cross, Freep.com, 17 Sep. 2025
But roughly 20-30% of people who are infected develop severe symptoms, including a range of heart issues—such as heart failure, irregular heartbeat, or even death—and digestive issues—such as an enlarged esophagus or colon, which could cause problems with eating or going to the bathroom.
—Chantelle Lee, Time, 10 Sep. 2025
Verb
The signage was also updated to better call out the categories in the store, fitting rooms were enlarged and different materials were used to create a more immersive experience, the retailer said.
—Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 31 Oct. 2025
Trusting her instincts, Arden took Fern to an emergency vet, where an ultrasound revealed that Fern’s heart was enlarged and fluid was building in her chest.
—Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Oct. 2025
It is characterized by irregular menstrual cycles, excess androgen (male hormone) levels, and polycystic ovaries, which are enlarged ovaries containing numerous small cysts.
—Memorialcare Medical Group, Oc Register, 23 Oct. 2025
Testosterone can increase the chances of the prostate becoming enlarged, causing blockage of urine.
—Shiv Sudhakar, FOXNews.com, 4 Oct. 2025
Other potentially concerning changes including nipple discharge, pain or swelling in their breast, changes in the color of the nipple or breast, the nipple turning inward, painful or enlarged lymph nodes in the armpits or near the collarbone, or redness or flaky skin on the breast.
—Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 1 Oct. 2025
Adama enlarged the infrared feed from an overhead surveillance drone, revealing a pair of Jet Skis racing across the Dnieper from the Russian side.
—Ken Harbaugh, The Atlantic, 15 Sep. 2025
Traditional prints are being enlarged to create bold, graphic statements and a gallery-like presence.
—Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Sep. 2025
Just a few days later, Fluidstack enlarged the deal, incorporating an additional 160 MW of capacity.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for enlarged
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The number of homebuyers taking out VA loans also increased in August, rising 3 percent year-over-year nationwide—bucking the trend observed for conventional loans, which declined 9 percent year-over-year in the same month.—
Giulia Carbonaro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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The area increased to 80% by 2018, according to state media, after numerous buildings and city walls were restored, and 135 temporary structures inside the compound were torn down.—
Fred He,
CNN Money,
6 Nov. 2025
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One Beijing site, which expanded by nearly 50% since 2020, is involved in the production of the vaunted DF-26 medium-range ballistic missile, according to the China Aerospace Studies Institute.—
Tamara Qiblawi,
CNN Money,
7 Nov. 2025
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Since then, Butterfly World expanded to include two aviaries for tropical birds and an interactive lorikeet encounter area.—
Howard Cohen,
Miami Herald,
7 Nov. 2025
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Once she is freed, Dek discover the robot is missing her bottom half.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
4 Nov. 2025
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And, of course, Amherst had freed Black people, and I was told that there were Black people who were working for the family outside of the house, in the fields and gardens.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
3 Nov. 2025
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America’s health care system is straining under the twin pressures of an aging population and a stretched pool of health care providers.—
Eleanor Pringle,
Fortune,
20 Oct. 2025
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Despite this pullback, the stock still trades at a stretched nine times trailing revenue—well above its historical average of three times.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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Waves along the Bay Area coast swelled higher than normal, and king tides continued to push coastal waters higher onto the shore than normal Thursday.—
Rick Hurd,
Mercury News,
6 Nov. 2025
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Sherrill will inherit a state budget that swelled under Murphy, who delivered on promises to fund the public worker pension fund and a K-12 school aid formula after years of neglect under previous governors, by high income taxes on the wealthy.—
Sydney Lake,
Fortune,
5 Nov. 2025
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Two decades ago, Bowen augmented the schedule by adding an out-of-county tournament to face state powers.—
Glae Thien,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
3 Nov. 2025
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There will be employees who find their jobs taken away, replaced, or augmented by AI.—
Sheryl Estrada,
Fortune,
31 Oct. 2025
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The company released 6-month results — from April to September — and the quarterly numbers have been calculated by CNBC, based on company statement and LSEG data.—
Dylan Butts,
CNBC,
5 Nov. 2025
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Unlike most years, the first rankings released by the College Football Playoff selection committee didn't cause much drama.—
Jordan Sigler,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 2025
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Taking a glance at global markets overnight, Asia-Pacific markets rose, tracking Wall Street gains after AMD’s third-quarter earnings beat lifted artificial intelligence stocks.—
Chloe Taylor,Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
6 Nov. 2025
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The figure rose to a record high of 55 percent in 2022 and 2023.—
Jason Lemon,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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“Enlarged.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enlarged. Accessed 11 Nov. 2025.
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