v.
1.extend in one or more directions
2.become larger in size or volume or quantity
3.make bigger or wider in size, volume, or quantity
4.grow stronger
5.exaggerate or make bigger
6.add details, as to an account or idea
7.expand the influence of
Idiom of the Day
on the spot
in a difficult or embarrassing situation
The man was suddenly put on the spot when the reporter asked him about the money.