outspreading

present participle of outspread
as in expanding
to arrange the parts of (something) over a wider area when it outspread its wings, a pteranodon would have had a wingspan in excess of 20 feet

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Verb
  • Your 12th House of Rest and Reflection opens wider as Jupiter arrives, expanding your inner world and asking for generous rest that renews focus.
    Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 30 June 2026
  • This diverse, global podcast journalism is vital for informing creators, advertisers, and the expanding audience, reflecting podcasting's evolving identity and widespread appeal.
    Frank Racioppi, Forbes.com, 29 June 2026
Verb
  • The rock band, which consists of Rick Mitarotonda, Trevor Weekz, Peter Anspach and Cotter Ellis, released a statement shortly after the incident, extending their condolences to the victim’s family and loved ones.
    Landon Mion, FOXNews.com, 23 June 2026
  • And the financial burden is extending beyond the young workers clamoring for independence.
    Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 22 June 2026
Verb
  • The main level features a large great room framed by floor-to-ceiling glass and retractable doors opening directly to the terrace and lake.
    Colson Thayer, PEOPLE, 2 July 2026
  • Months after opening a $267 million replacement next door, Miami-Dade has struggled to find a buyer for the one built nearly 100 years ago.
    Douglas Hanks, Miami Herald, 1 July 2026
Verb
  • But there will be some new additions to the tone and thrust of the story, as Tranter shared that much of it will be focused on what is unfolding post-wedding for Mary and her husband, Tom Hayward, played by Dónal Finn.
    Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 24 June 2026
  • The key change is operational as companies are moving from recording transactions and reporting results to identifying issues earlier, coordinating decisions and taking action while operations are still unfolding.
    Robert Kramer, Forbes.com, 23 June 2026
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“Outspreading.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/outspreading. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.

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