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as in tumor
an abnormal mass of tissue
found a growth on the dog's neck under her collar
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as in evolution
the act or process of going from the simple or basic to the complex or advanced
the growth of the gambling industry into an economic mainstay in some locations
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as in development
the process of becoming mature
her reflections and mature behavior certainly demonstrate just how much emotional growth took place last summer
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Recent Examples of growth
Orangetheory also pointed to growth opportunities in larger markets including Dallas, Los Angeles and Seattle.
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James Powel, USA Today, 7 June 2025
And though data suggests wage growth nationwide is actually outpacing price inflation, many Americans don’t feel that way.
—Kamaron McNair, CNBC, 7 June 2025
Forbes Business Council is the foremost growth and networking organization for business owners and leaders.
—Moby Kazmi, Forbes.com, 27 May 2025
The project’s founders and fans hope the Orb’s U.S. debut will kickstart a new phase of growth.
—Billy Perrigo, Time, 27 May 2025
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James Powel, USA Today, 7 June 2025
And though data suggests wage growth nationwide is actually outpacing price inflation, many Americans don’t feel that way.
—Kamaron McNair, CNBC, 7 June 2025
Forbes Business Council is the foremost growth and networking organization for business owners and leaders.
—Moby Kazmi, Forbes.com, 27 May 2025
The project’s founders and fans hope the Orb’s U.S. debut will kickstart a new phase of growth.
—Billy Perrigo, Time, 27 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for growth
Noun
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It can be caused by adrenal tumors, long-term steroid use, or conditions affecting the pituitary gland (a gland in your brain that controls hormone production).—
Brandi Jones,
Health,
6 June 2025
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This functional imaging approach can reveal cancers that are otherwise hidden in dense breast tissue, which appears white on mammograms—the same color as many tumors.—
Lauryn Higgins,
Flow Space,
6 June 2025
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The evolution of Flow mirrored the tone of the show itself: confident, capable, and finally ready for primetime.—
Charlie Fink,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2025
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And, in this administration, those debates can lead to dramatic announcements and rapid changes, as evidenced by the rapid evolution of his trade war policies in April.—
Joel Gehrke,
The Washington Examiner,
13 June 2025
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At the Haiti Funders Conference on Haiti in Boston on Wednesday evening, several attendees expressed shock at the development.—
Syra Ortiz Blanes,
Miami Herald,
5 June 2025
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The area is often described as one of the country’s largest urban infill projects, and economic development leaders see it as a means of doubling the size of Sacramento’s downtown.—
Annika Merrilees,
Sacbee.com,
5 June 2025
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Finding the right running mates alongside Peterson has been work in progress for Self and his staff.—
Shreyas Laddha,
Kansas City Star,
4 June 2025
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Since untreated hypertension progresses and worsens over time, making lifestyle changes to manage blood pressure and stay healthy is vital.—
Angelica Bottaro,
Verywell Health,
4 June 2025
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Part of that maturation is figuring out how to negotiate the natural ebb and flow of the game.—
Patrick Z. McGavin,
Chicago Tribune,
8 June 2025
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In turn, Rodriguez is a step or two in experience and in maturation behind Baeza, but closing fast.—
Guy Martin,
Forbes.com,
7 June 2025
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Led Zeppelin’s Jimmy Page and Robert Plant, along with Warner Chappell Music, prevailed against a copyright infringement claim based on a generic musical progression that goes back to Bach and before.—
Bill Hochberg,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
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But because the Islamic calendar shifts about 10 days earlier each year, Hajj will be in the winter from 2034 to 2041 in a natural progression through the seasons over a 33-year cycle.—
Juwayriah Wright,
Time,
4 June 2025
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Opt for loropetalum to bring color and texture to your garden early in the spring when other flowering shrubs haven’t yet begun their show.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
10 June 2025
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Find out the preferred flower colors and shapes to include in your garden, plus, get tips on helping these tiny birds feel at home in your yard and a list of their favorite flowering plants.—
Erica Browne Grivas,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 June 2025
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The 54-year-old already was overseeing a $60 billion expansion of the parks business before Abu Dhabi — Disney’s first new park since 2016 — was announced in May.—
Peter Kiefer,
HollywoodReporter,
4 June 2025
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The two-story, 135,000-square-foot expansion, designed by Generator Studio, will double the size of the facility and is expected to bring up to 1.5 million people through its doors annually, according to team estimates.—
Phil Thompson,
Chicago Tribune,
4 June 2025
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“Growth.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/growth. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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