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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Jane Goodall, whose lifelong work as a primatologist helped broaden the world’s understanding of animal behavior and emotions, has died, her institute said Wednesday.
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Tricia Escobedo, CNN Money, 1 Oct. 2025
However, Bieber is a bigger question mark, with his detour from either pop or hip-hop into a vibe-ier sound possibly broadening his bona fides.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 1 Oct. 2025
With its references to holy water and angels, its spiritual elements have also broadened its appeal.
—Melinda Newman, Billboard, 1 Oct. 2025
The Senators intend to broaden their footprint in Quebec.
—Julian McKenzie, New York Times, 30 Sep. 2025
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Tricia Escobedo, CNN Money, 1 Oct. 2025
However, Bieber is a bigger question mark, with his detour from either pop or hip-hop into a vibe-ier sound possibly broadening his bona fides.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 1 Oct. 2025
With its references to holy water and angels, its spiritual elements have also broadened its appeal.
—Melinda Newman, Billboard, 1 Oct. 2025
The Senators intend to broaden their footprint in Quebec.
—Julian McKenzie, New York Times, 30 Sep. 2025
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“Broaden.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/broaden. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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