1
as in broad
having a greater than usual measure across
the river is so wide that building a bridge across it would be impractical
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2
as in extensive
having considerable extent
a wide and detailed knowledge of the issue
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as in quite
to a full extent or degree
the door was wide open
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Recent Examples of wide
Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 1 May 2025
Pakistani officials have said India may be preparing for military action, saying that any Indian military action could trigger a wider conflict.
—Amira El-Fekki, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 May 2025
Eduardo A. Encina, The Orlando Sentinel, 25 Apr. 2025
One to One opens wide in theaters starting April 18 and will stream on Max later this year.
—Gary Graff, Billboard, 17 Apr. 2025
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Adjective
Timberwolves coach Chris Finch, meanwhile, has a wide range of buttons to press, and did so masterfully.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 1 May 2025
Pakistani officials have said India may be preparing for military action, saying that any Indian military action could trigger a wider conflict.
—Amira El-Fekki, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 May 2025
Adverb
Point made a forehand move on Sergei Bobrovsky that opened up the left side of the net, but the Lightning’s top goal-scorer in the regular season missed wide with a backhand shot.
—Eduardo A. Encina, The Orlando Sentinel, 25 Apr. 2025
One to One opens wide in theaters starting April 18 and will stream on Max later this year.
—Gary Graff, Billboard, 17 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for wide
Adjective
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Yet regulation alone hasn’t resolved broader disparities.—
Francois Botha,
Forbes.com,
11 May 2025
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On a broader stage, there is Mamie Gummer, eldest daughter of the Oscar-winning actress Meryl Streep.—
Lynne Agress,
Baltimore Sun,
11 May 2025
Adjective
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Google got in early with its extensive Pixel 9 discount, Samsung is preparing to launch its new Galaxy S25 Edge with a money-off promotion, and now the iPhone 16 has joined in with price cuts across all models of the 2024 Apple phone.—
Janhoi McGregor,
Forbes.com,
10 May 2025
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Design That Adapts to Real Life Unlike traditional central systems, mini split air conditioning does not require extensive ductwork or invasive installation.—
Jon Stojan,
USA Today,
10 May 2025
Adverb
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Almost, but not quite spontaneously, Adam and Teddy take off in Teddy’s truck, heading north, maybe to the arctic, maybe to just get out of town for a bit.—
John Warner,
Chicago Tribune,
10 May 2025
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Montverde won the final event, the 4×400 relay, in 3 minutes 45.5 seconds but that wasn’t quite enough.—
Buddy Collings,
The Orlando Sentinel,
10 May 2025
Adjective
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The material is also thick enough to feel supportive but lightweight enough to wear year-round.—
Susan Brickell,
Travel + Leisure,
3 May 2025
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That model, nicknamed iPhone 17 Air, will be super-slim, as little as 5.5mm thick.—
David Phelan,
Forbes.com,
3 May 2025
Adjective
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Since returning to the Oval Office, Trump and his administration have cut thousands of jobs across the federal government, enacted sweeping tariffs that led to an escalating trade war with China and launched a deportation program that has triggered bitter court battles.—
Christopher Cann,
USA Today,
2 May 2025
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Tariffs are the story of this earnings season, as investors look for signs that President Donald Trump’s sweeping levies on imports are weighing on costs and consumer spending.—
Samantha Subin,
CNBC,
1 May 2025
Adverb
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This happens when water in front of the tire builds up faster than the vehicle's weight can push water out of the way.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
11 May 2025
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Not only will this reduce water waste, but that leftover water contains nutrients that can boost plant growth and even help seeds germinate faster.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 May 2025
Adjective
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Driving through deep water can also affect a vehicle's mechanical and electrical systems.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
10 May 2025
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Veteran forward John Tavares put Florida in a deep hole nearly six minutes into the first period, wrapping around the Panthers’ net and putting a second goal past Sergei Bobrovsky.—
Adam Lichtenstein,
Sun Sentinel,
10 May 2025
Adverb
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Not everything landed perfectly, with the writing of many of the live bits feeling like the staff are just going through the motions, but Brunson’s ability to commit to each role and work seamlessly off the cast more than made up for it.—
Harrison Richlin,
IndieWire,
4 May 2025
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With the future of the show uncertain, the cast and crew shot the episode with a conclusion that wraps up the series perfectly.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
4 May 2025
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“Wide.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wide. Accessed 14 May. 2025.
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