methodicalexpansion
nounUK /məˈθɒdɪkəl ɪkˈspænʃən/
US /məˈθɑːdɪkəl ɪkˈspænʃən/
Growing bigger in a careful, step-by-step way.
The methodical expansion of the garden happened one small bed at a time.
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2. A slow, organized increase in a business or project.
The company's methodical expansion into new towns took five years.
3. The careful spreading of an idea or habit.
The methodical expansion of the reading club reached every classroom.
4. A steady, well-planned widening of something physical.
The methodical expansion of the trail made it safe for walkers.