Examples of broaden in a Sentence
The Indianapolis Star, 4 Apr. 2024
China began to broaden its presence in the global economy more than two decades ago, exporting cheap goods that appealed to U.S. consumers at the expense of factory jobs in many of those consumers’ hometowns.
—Fatima Hussein, Fortune, 4 Apr. 2024
The rebrand is meant to broaden its appeal to new generations, especially those who enjoy trying different cuisines, said Shani Seidman, chief marketing officer of Manischewitz’s parent company, Kayco.
—Jaclyn Peiser, Washington Post, 4 Apr. 2024
In November, the county Board of Supervisors approved money to broaden a study looking at potential improvements to the Vista Detention Facility.
—Michael Smolens, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Apr. 2024
Embracing opportunities for cross-functional learning also broadens the knowledge base, while staying attuned to industry trends cultivates a proactive approach to skill attainment.
—Ebony Flake, Essence, 2 Apr. 2024
Consider broadening the definition of domestic violence and abuse
Domestic abuse is narrowly defined in Wisconsin law as involving people who are or have been married, who have a child together or who live or have lived together.
—Ashley Luthern, Journal Sentinel, 28 Mar. 2024
Economic policies aimed at closing wage gaps, healthcare reforms to broaden access and enhance affordability, and education strategies to reduce achievement disparities are essential for uplifting Black communities.
—Lenwood V. Long, Sr., Forbes, 28 Mar. 2024
By crossing over into different industries and genres, recording artists have not only broadened their own horizons but also contributed to the ongoing evolution of their respective fields.
—Anto Dotcom, Rolling Stone, 20 Mar. 2024
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1727, in the meaning defined at transitive sense
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“Broaden.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/broaden. Accessed 16 Apr. 2024.
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