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as in expanding
to make greater in size, amount, or number
we have to increase the number of season-ticket holders if the local sports franchise is to survive
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as in rising
to become greater in extent, volume, amount, or number
the number of Internet users increased exponentially during the 1990s
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Recent Examples of increasing
His administration is facing increasing scrutiny after immigration officers killed two American citizens in Minneapolis this month.
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David Zimmermann, The Washington Examiner, 30 Jan. 2026
Powerful onshore winds are forecast to coincide with some of the highest tides of the month, increasing the risk of moderate to locally significant coastal flooding, particularly during high tide cycles late Saturday into Sunday.
—Briana Waxman, CNN Money, 30 Jan. 2026
Cook said Apple is in the process of increasing its access to supply and didn’t want to forecast beyond March.
—Kif Leswing, CNBC, 30 Jan. 2026
This time, operating cash flow is increasing alongside margins.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
And if that fails, prioritize the long term good and start squirreling away assets that serve the dual purpose of filling your trade-chip cupboard and increasing your odds of landing a lottery pick in a 2026 draft that’s likely to be rich in talent.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 29 Jan. 2026
Nezza, people saw your performance of the national anthem as an act of resistance, in the face of increasing anti-immigrant actions by the federal government.
—Suzy Exposito, Los Angeles Times, 29 Jan. 2026
Between the 2015-2019 survey and the new one, Cabarrus County saw the highest increase in non-citizens at 55%, increasing from 9,780 to almost 15,200 people.
—Charlotte Observer, 29 Jan. 2026
Tisch said as a precaution, the NYPD will be increasing security around houses of worship across all five boroughs.
—Naveen Dhaliwal, CBS News, 29 Jan. 2026
David Zimmermann, The Washington Examiner, 30 Jan. 2026
Powerful onshore winds are forecast to coincide with some of the highest tides of the month, increasing the risk of moderate to locally significant coastal flooding, particularly during high tide cycles late Saturday into Sunday.
—Briana Waxman, CNN Money, 30 Jan. 2026
Cook said Apple is in the process of increasing its access to supply and didn’t want to forecast beyond March.
—Kif Leswing, CNBC, 30 Jan. 2026
This time, operating cash flow is increasing alongside margins.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
And if that fails, prioritize the long term good and start squirreling away assets that serve the dual purpose of filling your trade-chip cupboard and increasing your odds of landing a lottery pick in a 2026 draft that’s likely to be rich in talent.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 29 Jan. 2026
Nezza, people saw your performance of the national anthem as an act of resistance, in the face of increasing anti-immigrant actions by the federal government.
—Suzy Exposito, Los Angeles Times, 29 Jan. 2026
Between the 2015-2019 survey and the new one, Cabarrus County saw the highest increase in non-citizens at 55%, increasing from 9,780 to almost 15,200 people.
—Charlotte Observer, 29 Jan. 2026
Tisch said as a precaution, the NYPD will be increasing security around houses of worship across all five boroughs.
—Naveen Dhaliwal, CBS News, 29 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for increasing
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Camp Lucy, a Texas Wine Country resort, is also expanding with the debut of Folklore, a new spa experience blending wellness, color therapy and social connection.—
Laura Begley Bloom,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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Levine Cava also pointed to Miami-Dade's expanding economy, fueled in part by major international events such as Formula One races at Hard Rock Stadium and upcoming FIFA World Cup matches.—
Nikiya Carrero,
CBS News,
29 Jan. 2026
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Kumar is one of millions of residents in the Indian capital suffering sporadic water shortages due to rising ammonia levels in the Yamuna River that last week forced six of the city’s nine major water plants to shut down.—
Rhea Mogul,
CNN Money,
1 Feb. 2026
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These cycles, which last about 11 years, mark periods of rising and falling solar activity.—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
1 Feb. 2026
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By year’s end, some 9,917 fires scorched more than four million acres, accelerating flash floods and mudflow.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
29 Jan. 2026
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The Democrats largely agreed about issues such as combating climate change, accelerating the transition to clean energy and protecting California’s water resources.—
Seema Mehta,
Los Angeles Times,
29 Jan. 2026
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Some analysts pointed to how government bonds have lost some of their traditional appeal as a safe haven amid swelling debt burdens, as seen in recent global bond selloff movements.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
29 Jan. 2026
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The naval buildup adds some 5,000 American troops to the region, swelling an already robust American military footprint spread across multiple bases across the Middle East, such as Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar.—
David Brennan,
ABC News,
29 Jan. 2026
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Preservation was part of the conversation when the two connected, but both were also focused on revitalization and augmenting the structure’s old-world charms with something fresh and modern.—
Lina Lecaro,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Jan. 2026
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The nearly 14-year transit is augmenting the world and our lives.—
Lisa Stardust,
Refinery29,
23 Jan. 2026
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The digital twin will produce content in multiple languages and operate across different time zones, essentially multiplying his online presence.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
29 Jan. 2026
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And, unlike certificates of deposit (CDs) that lock your money away for months or years, high-yield savings accounts maintain the same easy access as traditional savings accounts while multiplying your interest earnings.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
20 Jan. 2026
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The expert is also a proponent of boosting fiber intake, noting that the daily goal for adults is between 25 and 35 grams per day.—
Melissa Rudy,
FOXNews.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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In the event a central bank loses independence, policymakers tend to favor lower interest rates as a means of boosting short-term economic activity, analysts previously told ABC News.—
Max Zahn,
ABC News,
28 Jan. 2026
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Competition is also intensifying.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
29 Jan. 2026
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But competition is intensifying.—
Mohammed Sergie,
semafor.com,
28 Jan. 2026
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“Increasing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/increasing. Accessed 4 Feb. 2026.
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