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[ik-spand] / ɪkˈspænd /




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The massive expansion shows Kim plans to greatly expand a nuclear program that has defied pressure from great powers such as the U.S. and China and has rattled its neighbors in Asia.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

By identifying a propellant capable of powering both systems, MIT researchers believe they can significantly expand the capabilities of small satellites.

From Science Daily • Jun. 10, 2026

"It's... given me the opportunity to expand my soft skills and communication in a way that the day-to-day work doesn't always provide."

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

Becerra, 68, came up in Los Angeles politics in the 1980s and has long supported policies to expand protections and resources for immigrants with or without legal status.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

“Well, maybe you need to expand your idea of how girls behave,” Dimple replied, grinning.

From "When Dimple Met Rishi" by Sandhya Menon




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