expand
/ɪkˈspænd/
grow, enlarge
📚 Meanings
- 1.
To become or make larger or more extensive in size, amount, scope, or breadth.
"The company plans to expand its operations into new countries."
- 2.
To give a fuller or more detailed account of a topic or idea.
"Could you expand on your previous statement?"
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The company decided to expand its business globally.
The company decided to expand its business globally.
Water expands when it freezes, which is why pipes can burst.
Water expands when it freezes, which is why pipes can burst.
Can you expand a bit more on how the new system will work?
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