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as in increase
something added (as by growth)
a large proliferation in the number of electrical appliances was placing enormous demands upon the region's power supply
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as in accumulation
the act or process of becoming greater in number
the proliferation of mistakes as both actors and crew became more and more tired
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Recent Examples of proliferation
Zehavi doubted the proliferation of FPV drones would have a truly decisive impact on the war overall, comparing it to previous technological improvements Hezbollah has adopted.
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Brady Knox, The Washington Examiner, 30 Apr. 2026
Those high-power memory components have become harder to obtain as the proliferation of artificial intelligence drives up demand for the hardware.
—Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 28 Apr. 2026
But the city stressed that this operation would not be for a data center, which remains a source of contention for many residents alarmed by their proliferation across the state.
—Catherine Muccigrosso, Charlotte Observer, 28 Apr. 2026
The ability to produce, publish, and disseminate material easily online has led to a proliferation of niche media organizations and websites.
—Kirstin Pellizzaro, Encyclopedia Britannica, 27 Apr. 2026
The federal government sued three states earlier this month — Connecticut, Arizona and Illinois — challenging their efforts to crack down on the proliferation of prediction market bets.
—Caroline Cummings, CBS News, 25 Apr. 2026
The team also found genetic differences between cancers that were able to spread in the heart and those that were not, and identified a protein that senses mechanical forces and reduces the activity of genes linked to proliferation in cancer cells.
—Anil Oza, STAT, 23 Apr. 2026
What’s more, the proliferation of gossip handles like Deux Moi and fan accounts like ClubChalamet mean that doubling down on a parasocial fixation can be a legitimate career path, and a profitable one at that.
—Chris Murphy, Vanity Fair, 20 Apr. 2026
Bees and other animals quickly dispersed the plant’s pollen, speeding its proliferation far beyond backyard gardens.
—Erika Ebsworth-Goold, Midwest Living, 20 Apr. 2026
Brady Knox, The Washington Examiner, 30 Apr. 2026
Those high-power memory components have become harder to obtain as the proliferation of artificial intelligence drives up demand for the hardware.
—Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 28 Apr. 2026
But the city stressed that this operation would not be for a data center, which remains a source of contention for many residents alarmed by their proliferation across the state.
—Catherine Muccigrosso, Charlotte Observer, 28 Apr. 2026
The ability to produce, publish, and disseminate material easily online has led to a proliferation of niche media organizations and websites.
—Kirstin Pellizzaro, Encyclopedia Britannica, 27 Apr. 2026
The federal government sued three states earlier this month — Connecticut, Arizona and Illinois — challenging their efforts to crack down on the proliferation of prediction market bets.
—Caroline Cummings, CBS News, 25 Apr. 2026
The team also found genetic differences between cancers that were able to spread in the heart and those that were not, and identified a protein that senses mechanical forces and reduces the activity of genes linked to proliferation in cancer cells.
—Anil Oza, STAT, 23 Apr. 2026
What’s more, the proliferation of gossip handles like Deux Moi and fan accounts like ClubChalamet mean that doubling down on a parasocial fixation can be a legitimate career path, and a profitable one at that.
—Chris Murphy, Vanity Fair, 20 Apr. 2026
Bees and other animals quickly dispersed the plant’s pollen, speeding its proliferation far beyond backyard gardens.
—Erika Ebsworth-Goold, Midwest Living, 20 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for proliferation
Noun
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Rain chances increase this afternoon with a focus from midafternoon through a bit beyond sunset expected.—
Ian Livingston,
Washington Post,
25 Apr. 2026
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The Pentagon's budget request this year also asked for more than $70 billion to procure missiles and related equipment, a nearly threefold increase compared to last year.—
James LaPorta,
CBS News,
24 Apr. 2026
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Grease accumulation was observed on the ventilation hood filters.—
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
April 24,
Sacbee.com,
24 Apr. 2026
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Midfielder Telasco Segovia also will sit out due to yellow card accumulation.—
Michelle Kaufman
April 24,
Miami Herald,
24 Apr. 2026
Noun
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In addition to racking up points with your favorite hotel brands or airlines, Orbitz offers exclusive members-only prices that save you money on current and future reservations.—
Paris Wilson,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Apr. 2026
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In addition, the complex would have 79 one-family homes for sale.—
Don Stacom,
Hartford Courant,
28 Apr. 2026
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While snow totals remain uncertain, this storm is forecast to bring colder air and has a better chance of bringing more widespread and meaningful accumulating snow, particularly in the mountains and higher elevations.—
Alex Lehnert,
CBS News,
14 Apr. 2026
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But the wide receivers room was in dire need of a boost.—
Charlotte Carroll,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
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The factors that have helped consumers keep their heads above water in the face of tariff price rises and oil inflation, to name a few—such as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act and tax refunds—aren’t frequent boosts to spending.—
Eleanor Pringle,
Fortune,
24 Apr. 2026
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Their action engendered a response from Democrats and a decision by California voters that canceled out the potential gains of Republicans in Texas by conducting a partisan gerrymander of their own.—
Colin Pascal,
Baltimore Sun,
25 Apr. 2026
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The rights group warns that the move violates freedom of association and represents a direct assault on Tunisia’s democratic gains, vowing to challenge the decision in court.—
Ghaya ben Mbarek,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Apr. 2026
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The biopic, which came to theaters on April 24, stars the late King of Pop's nephew Jaafar Jackson as his uncle in Michael's rise to fame.—
Staff Author,
PEOPLE,
29 Apr. 2026
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If Florida is worried about China’s rise, dismantling educational and cultural exchanges is a foolish response.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
29 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Proliferation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/proliferation. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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