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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
Although this year’s tournament expanded to 48 teams from 32 in the previous World Cup, boosting the number of matches on the schedule and skewing comparisons, the growth has still been striking.
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Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
3 July 2026
Since entering the group, all three nations have generally experienced long-term growth rates of less than 5%.
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Angelica Ang,
Fortune,
3 July 2026
According to the company, the modernization project is intended to support long-term growth, attract skilled workers, and strengthen the site’s contribution to Italy’s energy sector and local economy.
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Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
3 July 2026
The plan for Morocco’s spanking new studios is part of an ongoing push by the government to sustain growth of the country’s film industry.
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Nick Vivarelli,
Variety,
3 July 2026
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Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
3 July 2026
Since entering the group, all three nations have generally experienced long-term growth rates of less than 5%.
—
Angelica Ang,
Fortune,
3 July 2026
According to the company, the modernization project is intended to support long-term growth, attract skilled workers, and strengthen the site’s contribution to Italy’s energy sector and local economy.
—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
3 July 2026
The plan for Morocco’s spanking new studios is part of an ongoing push by the government to sustain growth of the country’s film industry.
—
Nick Vivarelli,
Variety,
3 July 2026
See All Example Sentences for growth
Recent Examples of Synonyms for growth
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Various types of cancer, in which malignant tumors invade surrounding tissues, contributed to between 13,000 and 20,000 deaths annually in this time frame.
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Glioblastoma is the most common and most aggressive primary brain tumor in adults, with a median survival of roughly 12 to 16 months even with treatment and a five-year survival rate below 10%.
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James Wilson, a prominent attorney, best illustrates that evolution.
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The drama will track Nibedita’s evolution from a young Irish educator into a champion of India’s cultural and spiritual awakening, set during a period of sweeping change in the country.
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After nine years playing in the majors, Hoffman took up coaching in the Dodgers’ minor league farm system, splitting time between managing and coordinating field instruction for player development.
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Georgia leads the nation in data center development, and the surge in construction of such power-hungry computing campuses has put pressure on utilities to supply enough electrons to power them.
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Baltimore's progress on vacant property construction Baltimore City said that currently, more than 100 of these vacant homes are under construction.
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For Swanson, the industry’s progress has created a new challenge.
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How about a whiskey that goes way beyond that and gets a secondary maturation in a total of six different barrels?
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According to industry participants, investors who understand the full lifecycle—from acquisition and maturation to eventual sale—may be better positioned to navigate opportunities within the category.
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You’re surrounded on all sides by a progression of paintings moving from dark to light.
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There is currently no cure for Alzheimer's disease but some medications and immunotherapies are available that may help slow down the progression of the condition, manage symptoms and improve quality of life for patients.
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Plenty of plants need a reprieve from summer afternoon heat and humidity but still require a certain number of hours of full sun for healthy growth and flowering.
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Hang orchids from trees and feed every other week for best growth and flowering.
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Continue reading … BENCH BRAWL — Democratic lawmaker calls for SCOTUS expansion, says GOP 'stole' seats.
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Depicting the rise and spectacular fall of an Anglo- and Euro-centric civilization, the series was originally presented as an allegorical warning about imperial expansion to the then-young nation.
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“Growth.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/growth. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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