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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
Follow the plant's natural upward growth pattern, tie the vines loosely to the cage, and avoid attaching vines in a way that stretches or pulls.
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Barbara Gillette, The Spruce, 15 Mar. 2026
The new National Assembly is expected to implement the policy agenda shaped at the congress, prioritizing sustained economic growth and political stability.
—ABC News, 15 Mar. 2026
Restaurant stocks struggling this year as the industry weathers inflation , uneven economic growth and the proliferation of weight-loss drugs through society.
—Itzel Franco, CNBC, 15 Mar. 2026
You’re now being asked to step up to the plate and own your perspective, philosophies, world view, path to personal growth—all while restlessness and the desire to learn and evolve skyrockets.
—Maressa Brown, InStyle, 20 Feb. 2026
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Barbara Gillette, The Spruce, 15 Mar. 2026
The new National Assembly is expected to implement the policy agenda shaped at the congress, prioritizing sustained economic growth and political stability.
—ABC News, 15 Mar. 2026
Restaurant stocks struggling this year as the industry weathers inflation , uneven economic growth and the proliferation of weight-loss drugs through society.
—Itzel Franco, CNBC, 15 Mar. 2026
You’re now being asked to step up to the plate and own your perspective, philosophies, world view, path to personal growth—all while restlessness and the desire to learn and evolve skyrockets.
—Maressa Brown, InStyle, 20 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for growth
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Primary tumors tend to be more immune responsive and may react to immunotherapy better, Overman said, as opposed to someone whose cancer has metastasized.—
Kerry Breen,
CBS News,
14 Mar. 2026
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In June 2021, Peters was officially diagnosed with stage 3 colorectal cancer after a 5-centimeter tumor was found at the top of her rectum.—
Angelica Stabile,
FOXNews.com,
14 Mar. 2026
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The retrospective will feature new interviews with the cast reflecting on the show’s beginnings, its evolution and its cultural impact.—
Kennedy French,
Variety,
17 Mar. 2026
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Technological evolution is closely linked to creativity, exploration and the desire to understand the unknown.—
Leonard David,
Space.com,
17 Mar. 2026
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On Thursday, the Senate passed a broad bipartisan bill on housing, which seeks to adjust policies to increase construction and limit institutional ownership of home development.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
14 Mar. 2026
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The research is being led by specialists involved in China’s air-defense radar development.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
14 Mar. 2026
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Speak clearly, then document agreements to secure your progress.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
15 Mar. 2026
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Canning’s progress Right-hander Griffin Canning threw about 24 pitches in simulated game on Sunday morning in Peoria, his second time facing hitters this spring.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 Mar. 2026
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That’s not exactly the same, of course, but both use a similar maturation method to coax extra flavors out of the liquid, specifically notes of vanilla, maple, butterscotch, and spice.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
15 Mar. 2026
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Brickner’s maturation resembles Idaho’s progress as well.—
Rachel Roberts,
Idaho Statesman,
12 Mar. 2026
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The 17-day progression between the first and last stage was among the fastest on record.—
Jason Samenow,
Washington Post,
11 Mar. 2026
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Pass progression and ball retention are the two quadrants showing the most significant drop-off for him since coming to England.—
Beren Cross,
New York Times,
11 Mar. 2026
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Tomatoes, peppers, eggplant, and pumpkins need more frequent watering during flowering and while developing fruit.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
16 Mar. 2026
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Follow this guide for effective pruning of Limelight hydrangeas, including when and how to prune, along with tips to keep your shrub healthy with excellent flowering potential.—
Barbara Gillette,
The Spruce,
16 Mar. 2026
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To seal the night, our clients observed the night sky using the historic 100-inch Hooker Telescope, a tool used by the greatest astronomers of the Twentieth Century, including Edwin Hubble, who used it to measure the expansion of the Universe.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 Mar. 2026
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Before the preseason games even happen, there’s a lot to do with an expansion draft for Portland and Toronto as well as free agency for 80% of the league.—
Doug Feinberg,
Twin Cities,
17 Mar. 2026
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“Growth.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/growth. Accessed 20 Mar. 2026.
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