膨張
Reading: ぼうちょう
Meaning: expansion, swelling, inflation
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Example Sentence
The balloon expanded and became large.
Usage Notes
Used to describe the process of something becoming larger in size, volume, or scope. Can be physical expansion or metaphorical growth.
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