ballooned
Example Sentences
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The birth-control campaign was designed to control the territory's population, which had ballooned since the 1950s, aided by modernisation and better healthcare.
From BBC ● Aug. 28, 2026
The following year, that number ballooned to 18, with 14 in Los Angeles County.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 16, 2026
That stake has ballooned in value to tens of billions of dollars, based on the company’s current market value.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 18, 2026
Germany's trade deficit with China has ballooned in recent years as exports have plunged at the same time as imports have steadily risen, hitting sectors such as machine-making, chemicals and cars.
From Barron's ● Jul. 15, 2026
He wore no winter jacket, only a sleeveless green sweatshirt, which ballooned over his enormous stomach.
From "Maniac Magee" by Jerry Spinelli
