Examples of broaden in a Sentence
They need to broaden their understanding of other cultures.
The police have broadened the scope of the investigation.
Her smile broadened when I told her the good news.
The investigation has broadened to include the mayor's staff.
His interests broadened to include art and music, not just sports.
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Four new businesses are coming to Arden Fair this year as the mall broadens its leasing and brings in more retailers.
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Emma Hall, Sacbee.com, 8 Apr. 2026
Illinois broadened eligibility in 2026, and Florida now requires certain state group plans to cover preservation for iatrogenic infertility.
—Allison Palmer, Charlotte Observer, 8 Apr. 2026
But critics also pointed to a 2024 amendment with the former GOP chairman of the House Intelligence Committee that broadened the definition of electronic communications service providers.
—Lisa Hagen, Hartford Courant, 7 Apr. 2026
Read, Game Shows remain a vital line of revenue, with Sony broadening development channels for anime and game show IP.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 7 Apr. 2026
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Emma Hall, Sacbee.com, 8 Apr. 2026
Illinois broadened eligibility in 2026, and Florida now requires certain state group plans to cover preservation for iatrogenic infertility.
—Allison Palmer, Charlotte Observer, 8 Apr. 2026
But critics also pointed to a 2024 amendment with the former GOP chairman of the House Intelligence Committee that broadened the definition of electronic communications service providers.
—Lisa Hagen, Hartford Courant, 7 Apr. 2026
Read, Game Shows remain a vital line of revenue, with Sony broadening development channels for anime and game show IP.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 7 Apr. 2026
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“Broaden.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/broaden. Accessed 14 Apr. 2026.
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