expanding

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And it is up against economic headwinds that are keeping builders from expanding the housing stock, such as elevated mortgage rates and higher construction and materials costs.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 24, 2026

The increased spending results largely from significant salary increases, maintaining health benefits amid rising costs and expanding the number of part-time employees eligible for benefits.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 24, 2026

“By expanding homeownership and rental housing opportunities nationwide, this legislation will help ease the housing affordability crisis.”

From Barron's • Jun. 24, 2026

There are measures the company has adopted over the years to bolster its platform against myriad vulnerabilities: adopting cybersecurity programs to preempt automated bot accounts, and expanding protections for music festival mishaps.

From Slate • Jun. 24, 2026

In one fluid movement, she lifts from the rim of the nest, wings expanding with the thinning tree cover to a full spread.

From "A Bird Will Soar" by Alison Green Myers