enlarge
verb (used with object)
to make larger; increase in extent, bulk, or quantity; add to.
is enlarging
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present progressiveof enlarge (3rd person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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Berensztein said, however, that “he used Macri to win the election and now he is enlarging his coalition and Macri is not going to have as much influence as he thought.”
From Seattle Times ● Nov. 22, 2023
The University of Southern California is enlarging its operations in Washington with the acquisition of a 60,000-square-foot building near Dupont Circle that will be home to a new D.C. campus.
From Washington Post ● Mar. 15, 2023
He is enlarging his rail yard to 18 tracks from five to allow more trains to pull in, building out an alternative to trucking.
From New York Times ● Oct. 10, 2021
Now, it is enlarging its Hamptons footprint with this new restaurant.
From New York Times ● Aug. 10, 2021
How her heart is enlarging to take in all that concerns her Son—His work, His interests, His miracles, His Apostles!
From Mater Christi Meditations on Our Lady by Mother St. Paul
