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expanding

Pronunciation: [ɪkˈspændɪŋ]

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Learn how to use expanding in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “growth”

(verb) to make something bigger or to increase in size, amount, or number. It's like when you blow up a balloon and it gets larger.

Example

The company is expanding its services to reach more customers.

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The tree stopped expanding in size because it ran out of space.

Example

What new areas are you planning on expanding into next year?

Context: “knowledge or ideas”

(verb) to add more information or details, usually to improve understanding. It’s like when you learn new facts about a topic to understand it better.

Example

She is expanding her knowledge by reading many books.

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He isn’t expanding his ideas; he is sticking to the same few thoughts.

Example

How can I expand my understanding of this subject?

Context: “space or area”

(verb) to increase the space available or to spread out. Think of it as a classroom getting bigger to fit more students.

Example

The city is expanding to accommodate more people and businesses.

Example

The garden isn't expanding because there isn't enough sunlight.

Example

What areas of the park are you planning on expanding?

How to pronounce expanding

Pronunciation: [ɪkˈspændɪŋ]

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