expanded
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During the mid-14th century, Islamic piracy expanded along the Valencian coastline, while increasing militarization created growing demand for protective equipment and weapons.
From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026
High-level education has expanded rapidly in China in recent decades as an economic boom pushed up living standards -- as well as parental expectations for their children's careers.
From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026
“We sort of expanded our wings because of what happened in 1989,” Ramos said.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026
The expanded 48-team format offers fresh opportunities, and Iran will believe reaching the knockout rounds is an achievable objective.
From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026
Radio broadcasting was still new, but it had rapidly expanded in the past dozen years.
From "Spooked!" by Gail Jarrow
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