Expand and Protrude

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Expand verb - To express more fully and in greater detail.

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Protrude and expand are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Protrude" instead the word "Expand" as a verb or an adjective.

Protrude verb - To extend outward beyond a usual point.

Usage example: we spotted the kitten's tail protruding from beneath the dresser

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Expand and protrude are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Expand" instead the word "Protrude" as a verb or an adjective.

expand outwards

protrude outwards

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