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Burgeoning

/bˈɜrdʒənɪŋ/
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(verb) present participle and gerund of burgeon

The empire expanded eastward, in search of resources for its burgeoning textile industry.
Algeria needs raw materials for its burgeoning industry.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The ____ industry is attracting many young workers to the large town.

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