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expanded

[ik-span-did] / ɪkˈspæn dɪd /






ADJECTIVE
increased
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He has also called for expanded protections for ICE agents.

From Salon Aug. 29, 2026

When Apple expanded into domains beyond its native expertise, Cook selectively brought in external talent.

From MarketWatch Aug. 29, 2026

Manufacturing and construction expanded for the month, offset by weakness in mining, oil and gas extraction, and utilities.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 28, 2026

Their environmental niches expanded as landscapes became more modified, but contracted as human presence increased.

From Science Daily Aug. 28, 2026

As he breathed, his nostrils expanded and contracted and his nose glistened, cold and wet in the warm, sunshiny September afternoon.

From Each Little Bird That Sings by Deborah Wiles




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