growing

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Small amounts of salt in food can help preserve it by preventing bacteria from growing.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

With his signature black and white fur, the first giant panda born in Indonesia is growing and thriving ahead of his public debut this month.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

Recent robust data on the U.S. economy and signs of growing inflationary pressures are making rate hikes, rather than rate cuts, look increasingly likely.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

Inspectors found that staffing levels failed to keep pace with the growing numbers of detainees, particularly at the California City and Adelanto facilities.

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026

During the decade of Spiritualism’s rise, immigration to the United States was growing.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock