expanding (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /ɪkˈspændɪŋ/

Definition

Becoming larger in size, scope, or range.

Examples

• The company is rapidly expanding its operations into new markets.

• As the balloon inflates, its volume keeps expanding.

• The artist's career is expanding, with more gallery shows and commissions.

How to Use expanding

expand into (prepositional phrase)

To spread or grow into a new area or market. — "The company is expanding into Asia."

expand on (prepositional phrase)

To give more details or information about something. — "Could you expand on your previous point?"

expand to (prepositional phrase)

To grow or increase to a certain size or extent. — "The business has expanded to include five new branches."

Synonyms of expanding

Words with a similar meaning to expanding:

• growing
• enlarging
• developing
• amplifying

Antonyms of expanding

Words with the opposite meaning to expanding:

• shrinking
• contracting

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