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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
The Sacramento Police Department also said officers were monitoring developments and increasing patrols around places of worship.
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Daniel Hunt
march 12, Sacbee.com, 13 Mar. 2026
But airlines, which are footing much of the bill for the construction, pushed for Global Terminal construction to get moved up in line, hoping to ensure the centerpiece wouldn’t be threatened by increasing costs.
—Talia Soglin, Chicago Tribune, 12 Mar. 2026
There is increasing focus on scalp health.
—Allison Palmer, Kansas City Star, 12 Mar. 2026
Following a shooting at a synagogue in Michigan on Thursday afternoon, the Los Angeles Police Department is increasing security around places of worship.
—Chelsea Hylton, CBS News, 12 Mar. 2026
The series became a bestselling book, increasing Anderson’s profile as an incisive commentator with biting wit but very little malice.
—Jessica Lipsky, Los Angeles Times, 6 Mar. 2026
With tax incentives reduced and competition increasing, analysts expect EV sales growth in China to slow.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 6 Mar. 2026
Regularly consuming fish high in mercury can lead to elevated mercury levels, increasing the risk of health conditions such as high blood pressure and heart attack.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 5 Mar. 2026
Congress has not formally declared war since the Second World War, as the executive branch, under Presidents of both parties, has asserted ever-increasing authority to engage in the unilateral use of military force.
—Ruth Marcus, New Yorker, 5 Mar. 2026
Daniel Hunt
march 12, Sacbee.com, 13 Mar. 2026
But airlines, which are footing much of the bill for the construction, pushed for Global Terminal construction to get moved up in line, hoping to ensure the centerpiece wouldn’t be threatened by increasing costs.
—Talia Soglin, Chicago Tribune, 12 Mar. 2026
There is increasing focus on scalp health.
—Allison Palmer, Kansas City Star, 12 Mar. 2026
Following a shooting at a synagogue in Michigan on Thursday afternoon, the Los Angeles Police Department is increasing security around places of worship.
—Chelsea Hylton, CBS News, 12 Mar. 2026
The series became a bestselling book, increasing Anderson’s profile as an incisive commentator with biting wit but very little malice.
—Jessica Lipsky, Los Angeles Times, 6 Mar. 2026
With tax incentives reduced and competition increasing, analysts expect EV sales growth in China to slow.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 6 Mar. 2026
Regularly consuming fish high in mercury can lead to elevated mercury levels, increasing the risk of health conditions such as high blood pressure and heart attack.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 5 Mar. 2026
Congress has not formally declared war since the Second World War, as the executive branch, under Presidents of both parties, has asserted ever-increasing authority to engage in the unilateral use of military force.
—Ruth Marcus, New Yorker, 5 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for increasing
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Kaplan has long focused on public safety, expanding amenities and making streets safer.—
Ishani Desai,
Sacbee.com,
13 Mar. 2026
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The interesting twist on Miami’s case is their test balloon is being floated as the powers-that-be debate expanding the NCAA Tournament field.—
Dana O’Neil,
CNN Money,
12 Mar. 2026
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Experts say travelers planning summer trips may be able to limit the impact of rising airfares by booking earlier rather than waiting for last-minute deals.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
15 Mar. 2026
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Footage in the aftermath of the strike shows flames and smoke rising from the top of the building, though no injuries were reported.—
Zach LaChance,
The Washington Examiner,
15 Mar. 2026
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The platform’s modular architecture allows for rapid iteration and integration into broader counter-drone defense networks, potentially accelerating deployment compared with traditional defense development cycles.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Mar. 2026
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That steep pressure gradient works like the atmosphere stepping on the gas pedal, accelerating winds across the region.—
Vytas Reid,
CBS News,
12 Mar. 2026
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Dreaming about winning that swelling $533 million Mega Millions prize?—
Mary Walrath-Holdridge,
USA Today,
9 Mar. 2026
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But most senior travelers have a higher risk of swelling and suffering from deep vein thrombosis while flying.—
Katie Jackson,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Mar. 2026
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Finally, consider augmenting the winter landscape, when roses and many of their companions lie dormant.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
7 Mar. 2026
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As the technology evolves, so does its use, with global technology companies like PICO exploring the possibility of using XR in a more practical, real-world way—one that extends to professional collaboration, daily productivity, workplace training, and generally augmenting one’s workspace.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
2 Mar. 2026
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This prevents pests from multiplying in the same spot and keeps your yields higher, as the soil is allowed to replenish its nutrients.—
Haniya Rae,
Martha Stewart,
12 Mar. 2026
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Then, tack on your favorite of those many available add-on packages and components, and that price will start multiplying very quickly.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
4 Mar. 2026
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On the artificial intelligence front, Oracle reported an earnings beat and issued strong guidance, boosting its stock as much as 10% higher in extended trading.—
Nur Hikmah Md Ali,
CNBC,
11 Mar. 2026
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The company is focusing on fueling innovation, boosting consumer engagement and powering the traditional watch business – in addition to improving the cost structure, among other efforts.—
Brian Womack,
Dallas Morning News,
11 Mar. 2026
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Benoit Tessier | Reuters LONDON — European stocks are expected to open lower on Wednesday, as traders monitor intensifying operations in the Middle East.—
Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
11 Mar. 2026
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The government is intensifying efforts to rein in a glut in production.—
Bloomberg News,
Bloomberg,
9 Mar. 2026
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“Increasing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/increasing. Accessed 16 Mar. 2026.
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