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expansion

[ik-span-shuhn] / ɪkˈspæn ʃən /


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“The expansion of US budget deficits, which has seen the government buy more goods and services, is largely responsible for this healthy profits situation,” Xian wrote.

From Barron's • Apr. 15, 2026

Executives justified that expansion over the past few years by arguing that the definition of sport had expanded, as athleisure blurred the lines between athletic and casual activity.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 15, 2026

It is understood Meghan is exploring the Australian expansion of her As Ever lifestyle brand during the trip.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

He led an aggressive expansion, turning the company into the country’s largest residential developer by sales.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

The formation of the Roman state and the expansion of the Macedonian Empire under Alexander were described in detail by contemporary classical authors.

From "Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies" by Jared M. Diamond




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