Expansion

Synonyms of expansion

• extension
• growth
• enlargement

Antonyms of expansion

• reduction
• shrinking
• contraction

Collocations of expansion

economic expansion

Frequency: 80 %

The country experienced rapid economic expansion during the last decade.

population expansion

Frequency: 70 %

The population expansion in the city led to increased demand for housing.

business expansion

Frequency: 65 %

The company decided to invest in business expansion by opening new branches.

rapid expansion

Frequency: 60 %

The startup experienced rapid expansion due to its innovative products.

territorial expansion

Frequency: 50 %

The territorial expansion of the empire brought both benefits and challenges.

Idiomatic Expressions for expansion

• Phrase: Expansion joint
  Meaning: A flexible connection between two parts of a structure that allows for movement and prevents damage.
  Usage: The engineers included expansion joints in the bridge design to accommodate changes in temperature.