FLARING (OUT) Synonyms: 18 Similar and Opposite Words

flaring (out)

verb

Definition of flaring (out)

present participle of flare (out)

as in stretching (out)

to arrange the parts of (something) over a wider area can we flare out the umbrella a little more so that more of the picnic table is sheltered

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The more than five-month-old conflict, which was already expanding beyond its main fronts, has embroiled further countries in the Middle East in recent days, notably the likes of Iraq and Egypt.

— Sam Meredith, CNBC, 4 Aug. 2026
The 13th hotel in their rapidly expanding brand manages to remain individual in feel and fills a niche that the founders noticed was missing in Warsaw—a lifestyle brand.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of expanding

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Across the country, rooftop bars are extending their hours, restaurants are debuting fresh menu offerings and final calls at happy hours become the soundtrack for the night, marking the final weeks of summer.

— Martie Bowser, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
Angel Reese and Naz Hillmon combined for 39 points, and Atlanta pulled away late to beat the Seattle Storm 98-89 at Gateway Center Arena, extending the Dream's winning streak to five games.

— Christopher Harris, CBS News, 1 Aug. 2026

Definition of extending

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Come with a small group just before opening to get your name on the list early.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 July 2026
The internet and persistent digital-skills shortages then made labor markets far more transparent, opening external opportunities for workers and easier access to talent for employers.

— Kate Vitasek, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026

Definition of opening

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The blaze in Spokane County is unfolding during a wildfire year that so far has been historically destructive across the United States.

— Martin Goillandeau, CNN Money, 2 Aug. 2026
Artificial intelligence, demographic shifts, geopolitical competition, changing workforce expectations, new models of learning, and evolving public expectations are no longer unfolding sequentially.

— David Rosowsky, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026

Definition of unfolding

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