1
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
But the coastal city becomes even more charming in spring, if that’s even possible, thanks to the proliferation of purple wisteria, magenta azaleas, and window boxes that spill over with colorful blooms.
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Annie Daly, Vogue, 10 Mar. 2026
The strikes have not resolved the proliferation question.
—Farah N. Jan, The Conversation, 10 Mar. 2026
Demand for cyber had already strengthened thanks to AI proliferation, and increased again on the back of the Iran war.
—Zev Fima, CNBC, 10 Mar. 2026
Ojile recommends exploring neighborhoods like Testaccio, Ostiense, and Garbatella, where there’s a proliferation of murals and paste art.
—Laura Itzkowitz, Travel + Leisure, 9 Mar. 2026
Much of the work that is done involves canopy management, the art of encouraging or discouraging the proliferation of leaves around the grape bunches on the vine.
—Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 8 Mar. 2026
Because of this proliferation of both luxury and boutique hotels, NoMad has a robust dining and nightlife scene.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Mar. 2026
Failing to correct problems can lead to crumbling home foundations, rotting wood, mold growth, and a proliferation of pests, including termites.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 7 Mar. 2026
As if this weren’t enough, a proliferation of mega constellations also carries risks for the orbital environment itself.
—Phil Plait, Scientific American, 6 Mar. 2026
Annie Daly, Vogue, 10 Mar. 2026
The strikes have not resolved the proliferation question.
—Farah N. Jan, The Conversation, 10 Mar. 2026
Demand for cyber had already strengthened thanks to AI proliferation, and increased again on the back of the Iran war.
—Zev Fima, CNBC, 10 Mar. 2026
Ojile recommends exploring neighborhoods like Testaccio, Ostiense, and Garbatella, where there’s a proliferation of murals and paste art.
—Laura Itzkowitz, Travel + Leisure, 9 Mar. 2026
Much of the work that is done involves canopy management, the art of encouraging or discouraging the proliferation of leaves around the grape bunches on the vine.
—Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 8 Mar. 2026
Because of this proliferation of both luxury and boutique hotels, NoMad has a robust dining and nightlife scene.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Mar. 2026
Failing to correct problems can lead to crumbling home foundations, rotting wood, mold growth, and a proliferation of pests, including termites.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 7 Mar. 2026
As if this weren’t enough, a proliferation of mega constellations also carries risks for the orbital environment itself.
—Phil Plait, Scientific American, 6 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for proliferation
Noun
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This represents a sixfold increase when compared with the last 16 months of the Biden administration, according to the analysis.—
Christopher Buchanan,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Mar. 2026
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But there are ways to push that increase higher if needed.—
Mark Dee
March 6,
Idaho Statesman,
7 Mar. 2026
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James sat out to rest his accumulation of minor injuries in his 23rd NBA season, but Doncic picked up any offensive slack from the start.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
7 Mar. 2026
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Plows were able to stay ahead of the accumulation, and the main roads were mostly clear, aided by a hangover of warm temperatures from Thursday.—
Alan Gionet,
CBS News,
7 Mar. 2026
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The gift was designated to further advance and highlight essential and high-level glioblastoma research at UC San Diego, in addition to inspiring others to follow suit and ultimately contribute to this critical and developing area of medical research.—
Ashley Mackin Solomon,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 Mar. 2026
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The addition of Crosby was supposed to be the piece to help lift the Ravens over the top, with the draft picks expected to be part of a rebuilding effort for the Raiders.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Mar. 2026
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Lincoln also got a huge boost from the return of all-state guard Jada Patterson, who tore her ACL in the summer but was able to play in the playoffs.—
Greg Riddle,
Dallas Morning News,
6 Mar. 2026
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Lots of layers don’t automatically give limp hair an instant boost.—
Fiona Embleton,
Glamour,
6 Mar. 2026
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In fact, JPMorgan has already deployed a large language model used by 150,000 employees weekly, and CEO Jamie Dimon acknowledged that productivity gains from AI could mean the bank will employ fewer people in the coming years.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
7 Mar. 2026
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Consuming too much protein can lead to digestive issues, weight gain, and displacing other important nutrients like fiber.—
Kirsten Nunez,
Martha Stewart,
7 Mar. 2026
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Judith Martin's Miss Manners column has chronicled the continuous rise and fall of American manners since 1978.—
Judith Martin,
Dallas Morning News,
12 Mar. 2026
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But others in Paine — where 70 people were forcibly disappeared under the Pinochet dictatorship, more than in any other municipality in Chile — are less optimistic about the rise to power of a supporter of the regime.—
John Bartlett,
NPR,
11 Mar. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Proliferation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/proliferation. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.
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