as in to expand
to arrange the parts of (something) over a wider area
let's spread the puzzle out on the floor and see what we've got
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Publix is set to open five new stores by early July, expanding its footprint in Florida and Kentucky as the grocery chain continues steady growth across the Southeast.—
Fernando Cervantes Jr,
USA Today,
9 June 2026 -
As part of the deal announced Monday, Amazon will work with Corning on a new program to expand a fiber-optic technician training program at Catawba Valley Community College based in Hickory.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
8 June 2026
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The concession extends through four different eco-zones and happens to be prime rhino and big cat real estate.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 June 2026
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But behind the courteous gesture, there are lingering concerns of how overtourism might impact Ishigaki’s rich natural environment and potentially overwhelm its infrastructure, concerns that extend to other neighboring remote islands.—
Wayne Chang,
CNN Money,
3 June 2026
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After the facility opened, delivery rates slowed.—
Dan Raby,
CBS News,
5 June 2026
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Face Foundrié, a skincare company known for its facial bar, just opened its first location in Southlake.—
Fousia Abdullahi,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
4 June 2026
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Chris Howard, Sharp’s chief executive officer, said this week that a range of actions will need to unfold in the coming years.—
Paul Sisson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 June 2026
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Ongoing studies show that the allergic march can unfold in many different ways.—
Dr. Daniel DiGiacomo,
Boston Herald,
7 June 2026
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“Spread (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spread%20%28out%29. Accessed 9 Jun. 2026.
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