as in extensive
having considerable extent
as the river nears the end of its long journey to the sea it becomes quite expansive in breadth
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Recent Examples of expansive
Found Notes Gourmand Autumn Twilight Pumpkin Candle Anthropologie’s expansive sale section is an extra 50 percent off all weekend.
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Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 7 Nov. 2025
Oscar buzz is building for Hoss’s fierce, emotionally expansive performance, with many industry observers positioning her as a formidable contender for best supporting actress — what would be her first Academy Award nomination.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 7 Nov. 2025
The expansive menu highlights the flavors of Hyderabad, an Indian city famous for its fragrant biryanis.
—Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 7 Nov. 2025
Large terraces and the pool deck extend toward the pond, which is ideal for paddleboarding, fishing, a rope swing, or just a quiet evening under an expansive sky.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 6 Nov. 2025
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Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 7 Nov. 2025
Oscar buzz is building for Hoss’s fierce, emotionally expansive performance, with many industry observers positioning her as a formidable contender for best supporting actress — what would be her first Academy Award nomination.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 7 Nov. 2025
The expansive menu highlights the flavors of Hyderabad, an Indian city famous for its fragrant biryanis.
—Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 7 Nov. 2025
Large terraces and the pool deck extend toward the pond, which is ideal for paddleboarding, fishing, a rope swing, or just a quiet evening under an expansive sky.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 6 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for expansive
Adjective
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The extensive archaeological study covered an area of over three-quarters of a mile.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Nov. 2025
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His work has been so extensive, France’s minister of culture awarded him the prestigious Chevalier de l’ordre des Arts et des Lettres this year.—
Paige Reddinger,
Robb Report,
8 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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The aim is to dig into general themes rather than specific transfers that are currently ongoing to give a broad picture of as many elements as possible.—
Adam Leventhal,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
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The listing, which could be the largest IPO on record, underscores a broader shift.—
CNBC.com staff,
CNBC,
6 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Madani also said that the collapse of basic infrastructure could spark wider unrest.—
Emma Bussey,
FOXNews.com,
10 Nov. 2025
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This could make for an intriguing shootout between Maye and Baker Mayfield, who is playing the best ball of his career and has the Tampa Bay Buccaneers off to a 6-2 start despite rampant injuries along his offensive line and wide receiving unit.—
Mike Jones,
New York Times,
9 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Large, unexpected waves can sweep across the beach without warning, sweeping people into the sea from rocks, jetties, and beaches.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
7 Jan. 2026
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In this sense, sweeping surveys such as this might count people like me—someone who has close friends but lacks friend groups—among the lonely.—
Jenny Singer,
The Atlantic,
7 Jan. 2026
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Driving through deep water can also affect a vehicle's mechanical and electrical systems.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
8 Nov. 2025
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Gjoshe had suffered a deep wound to his upper arm and had to wait until Tuesday for surgery.—
Philip Buckingham,
New York Times,
8 Nov. 2025
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“Expansive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/expansive. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.
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