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enlarging

ADJECTIVE
increasing in size
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If true, that would mean aging fat tissue could continue growing not just by enlarging existing cells, but by constantly adding new ones.

From Science Daily Jun. 27, 2026

Her work included enlarging and remodelling the medieval manor at Hardwick, now known as Hardwick Old Hall.

From BBC Apr. 26, 2026

But if your elastic wrapping paper has a pattern on it, stretching it this way will distort the pattern, enlarging some parts and not others.

From Slate Jan. 21, 2026

Today, Philly Shipyard is central to President Trump’s goal of reviving American shipbuilding and enlarging the U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal Jan. 8, 2026

Johnny was making out of wax an exact replica of the pitcher handle, only enlarging it.

From "Johnny Tremain" by Esther Hoskins Forbes




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