expanding
Pronunciation: [ɪkˈspændɪŋ]
Word
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.
Example
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.
Example
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?
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