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as in increase
something added (as by growth)
a large proliferation in the number of electrical appliances was placing enormous demands upon the region's power supply
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as in accumulation
the act or process of becoming greater in number
the proliferation of mistakes as both actors and crew became more and more tired
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Recent Examples of proliferation
The film industry has a genuine chance to protect itself from the slop proliferation problem already overwhelming YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, and Spotify.
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Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 13 May 2026
Lennox acknowledges that this proliferation of AI has led to changes to how his team works.
—John Kell, Fortune, 13 May 2026
The superpowers would not only be discussing threats of instability to the global financial system, but also fears of proliferation — advanced AI tools getting into the hands of bad actors interested in using bio- or cyberweapons that could target both countries.
—Los Angeles Times, 11 May 2026
The proliferation of cord cutting and the rise of streaming services have put the pressure on content studios to keep viewers engaged and advertisers buying in.
—Lillian Rizzo, CNBC, 11 May 2026
The proliferation of unmanned systems in the modern battlespace are forcing militaries to rethink defense economics.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 8 May 2026
The proliferation of drone technology In the wake of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, the United States rapidly expanded the operational use of UAVs.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 8 May 2026
However, it was later refined and proven to remedy gout by reducing white blood cell division and proliferation that brings on this condition.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 7 May 2026
There is an overlap of subject matter in these two books—cults, obviously, but also both involve thinking about why there seemed to be such a proliferation of them in the 1970s.
—Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 7 May 2026
Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 13 May 2026
Lennox acknowledges that this proliferation of AI has led to changes to how his team works.
—John Kell, Fortune, 13 May 2026
The superpowers would not only be discussing threats of instability to the global financial system, but also fears of proliferation — advanced AI tools getting into the hands of bad actors interested in using bio- or cyberweapons that could target both countries.
—Los Angeles Times, 11 May 2026
The proliferation of cord cutting and the rise of streaming services have put the pressure on content studios to keep viewers engaged and advertisers buying in.
—Lillian Rizzo, CNBC, 11 May 2026
The proliferation of unmanned systems in the modern battlespace are forcing militaries to rethink defense economics.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 8 May 2026
The proliferation of drone technology In the wake of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, the United States rapidly expanded the operational use of UAVs.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 8 May 2026
However, it was later refined and proven to remedy gout by reducing white blood cell division and proliferation that brings on this condition.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 7 May 2026
There is an overlap of subject matter in these two books—cults, obviously, but also both involve thinking about why there seemed to be such a proliferation of them in the 1970s.
—Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 7 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for proliferation
Noun
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The raise was the 15th consecutive increase by the Fed and the first since Ben Bernanke took over as chairman of the FOMC.—
Krysta Escobar,
CNBC,
22 May 2026
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Strava Muscle Maps As well as being consistent with an increase in the popularity of strength training, even as an add-on discipline for runners and cyclists, the improvement in Strava’s muscle maps feature is in harmony with wearable tech itself.—
Andrew Williams,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2026
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Heavy dust and grime accumulation was observed on the fan guards in the walk-in refrigerator.—
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
May 22,
Sacbee.com,
22 May 2026
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With each day, another cause of the fluid accumulation was ruled out, and one was becoming more and more apparent.—
Amy Kimmel,
PEOPLE,
21 May 2026
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Simple and streamlined, this linen tank top is one of the most versatile additions to any travel wardrobe—I’m even eyeing it in a few different colors, given its affordable price tag.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
20 May 2026
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In addition to traditional treatments, there are holistic therapies like sound healing, Reiki, and shirodhara, an ancient Ayurvedic remedy.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 May 2026
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While snow totals remain uncertain, this storm is forecast to bring colder air and has a better chance of bringing more widespread and meaningful accumulating snow, particularly in the mountains and higher elevations.—
Alex Lehnert,
CBS News,
14 Apr. 2026
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The second is the readily available and more accessible medical aesthetic industry, which received a boost during the pandemic with the normalization of treatments.—
Kanika Talwar,
Footwear News,
22 May 2026
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Sandy soil is also suitable as long as it is amended with compost to improve drainage and add a nutrient boost.—
Samantha Johnson,
Martha Stewart,
22 May 2026
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And anyone invested in the equity market has benefited hugely from the S&P 500 Index’s 90% gain since the end of 2022.—
Conor Sen,
Mercury News,
23 May 2026
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Warsh says productivity gains from artificial intelligence will help the economy grow more quickly without spurring inflation, enabling the Fed to reduce borrowing costs.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
23 May 2026
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The theory was that West Ham could afford to pay more in rent if revenues were on the rise but there was also an important financial caveat should dark days return.—
Philip Buckingham,
New York Times,
21 May 2026
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Returning to the treacherous halls of Reagan High, Jawbreaker The Musical is described as a high-gloss teen thriller that follows the rise—and unraveling—of a ruthless clique of teenage girls whose reign of power takes a deadly turn.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
20 May 2026
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“Proliferation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/proliferation. Accessed 26 May. 2026.
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