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expanding

/ɪkˈspændɪŋ/ /ɛkˈspændɪŋ/

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verb

To change (something) from a smaller form and/or size to a larger one; to spread out or lay open.

Examples :

"You can expand this compact umbrella to cover a large table."

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To increase the extent, number, volume or scope of (something).

Examples :

"A flower expands its leaves."

business economy

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To express (something) at length and/or in detail.

Examples :

"The teacher asked her students to focus on expanding their answers during the essay section of the test, providing more details and examples. "

communication language writing

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To rewrite (an expression) as a longer, yet equivalent sum of terms.

Examples :

"Use the binomial theorem to expand {(x+1)}^4."

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(of an expression) To become, by rewriting, a longer, yet equivalent sum of terms.

Examples :

"The expression {(x+1)}^4 expands to x^4 + 4x^3 + 6x^2 + 4x + 1."

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To multiply both the numerator and the denominator of a fraction by the same natural number yielding a fraction of equal value

Examples :

"To get an equivalent fraction with a larger denominator, we are expanding one-half (1/2) to two-fourths (2/4) by multiplying both the top and bottom by two. "

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To change from a smaller form/size to a larger one.

Examples :

"Many materials expand when heated."

physics material science biology

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To increase in extent, number, volume or scope.

Examples :

"The bakery is expanding its menu to include more gluten-free options. "

amount business

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To speak or write at length or in detail.

Examples :

"He expanded on his plans for the business."

language writing communication

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To feel generous or optimistic.

Examples :

"Seeing all the smiling faces at the surprise party, Maria felt her heart expanding with joy. "

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