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wide-rang·ing | \ ˈwīd-ˌrān-jiŋ 
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\Definition of wide-ranging
: extensive in scope : comprehensive wide-ranging interests
Synonyms & Antonyms for wide-ranging
Synonyms
- broad,
- deep,
- expansive,
- extended,
- extensive,
- far-flung,
- far-reaching,
- rangy,
- sweeping,
- wide,
- widespread
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wide-ranging
adjectiveEnglish Language Learners Definition of wide-ranging
: including many different ideas, actions, or things
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The first known use of wide-ranging was in 1707
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