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proliferation

[pruh-lif-uh-rey-shuhn] / prəˌlɪf əˈreɪ ʃən /


NOUN
increase
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Even before artificial intelligence dominated the headlines, we saw an emerging trend: the proliferation of silicon across the economy.

From Barron's • May 7, 2026

The study found pro repair signals involving immune modulation, blood vessel and lymphatic development, fibroblast activation, myocardial salvage, smooth muscle cell proliferation, and neurogenesis in rat models.

From Science Daily • May 5, 2026

With the turnout expected to be about 30%, and the proliferation of candidates, the election is incredibly hard to predict.

From BBC • May 2, 2026

Its relative power has decreased, the size and sophistication of its primary rival are greater, and the battlefield is more dangerous due to the proliferation of cheap weaponry that can defeat even expensive systems.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026

His theme was the need for “candor” from political leaders about the dangers of nuclear proliferation and the necessity of international disarmament.

From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik




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