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Over the years Cal Fire has expanded these hazard zones, while the Legislature has continued adding safety requirements for areas within them, based on lessons learned from past wildfires.
From Los Angeles Times
Meanwhile, his backers on the left expect him to deliver on his promise to freeze rents, create a free bus service and expand free child care.
The world's largest economy picked up speed over the three months to September, expanding at an annual rate of 4.3%, up from 3.8% in the previous quarter - the strongest growth in two years.
From BBC
The World Cup, expanded to 48 teams and complete with a round of 32 for the first time, is bigger than ever before - but who will come out on top?
From BBC
Subsidies for appliances, electric vehicles, and home upgrades have expanded in some regions, often tied to trade-in programs or local initiatives.
From Barron's
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
