1
as in increases
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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2
as in accumulations
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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Noun
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Make temperature increases or decreases gradually.—
Patricia Shannon,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 Jan. 2026 -
Communities saw increases in local spending everywhere the tour went.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
21 Jan. 2026
Noun
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However, there is the potential for a more significant lake effect snow band to impact parts of Central New York, between Oswego and Watertown, with possible accumulations of over 6 inches in some spots.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
11 Jan. 2026
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Heavy snow has been affecting Washington since earlier this week, with the biggest accumulations reported on mountains, according to the National Weather Service field office in Seattle.—
Mirna Alsharif,
NBC news,
11 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The new convention center may help, as have the additions of parks and green space throughout the neighborhood, and the Arts District remains a hotspot for prestigious entertainment.—
Sasha Richie,
Dallas Morning News,
9 Jan. 2026
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Angel City Football Club’s week of additions ended Friday with the acquisition of defender Emily Sams in a trade with the Orlando Pride.—
Damian Calhoun,
Daily News,
9 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Best of all, this boosts shine for a glossy finish.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
15 Jan. 2026
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Thanks to the series’ rabid fandom and Tierney’s poignant direction, those synchs have received astronomical streaming boosts, as reported by Billboard.—
Kyle Denis,
Billboard,
13 Jan. 2026
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“Proliferations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/proliferations. Accessed 22 Jan. 2026.
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