1
as in expansion
a wide space or area
a great breadth of land awaited those who were brave and hardy enough to settle it
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2
as in scope
an area over which activity, capacity, or influence extends
the breadth of his knowledge on the subject is awesome
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Recent Examples of breadth
An intricate astral tapestry, the map gives stargazers digital views of the ancient cosmos in unprecedented detail and breadth.
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Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 13 June 2025
But that’s what makes today’s breadth of vacation rental companies so exciting: There really is something for everyone.
—Devorah Lev-Tov, AFAR Media, 12 June 2025
The breadth of former Dorothys that McHale has brought together speaks to just how wide-ranging this film is: audiences will be treated to insights from Ashanti, Fairuza Balk, Danielle Hope, Nichelle Lewis, and Shanice Shantay.
—Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 9 June 2025
Advisory board members will ideally reflect the breadth of experiences the client’s business might impact.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 9 June 2025
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Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 13 June 2025
But that’s what makes today’s breadth of vacation rental companies so exciting: There really is something for everyone.
—Devorah Lev-Tov, AFAR Media, 12 June 2025
The breadth of former Dorothys that McHale has brought together speaks to just how wide-ranging this film is: audiences will be treated to insights from Ashanti, Fairuza Balk, Danielle Hope, Nichelle Lewis, and Shanice Shantay.
—Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 9 June 2025
Advisory board members will ideally reflect the breadth of experiences the client’s business might impact.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 9 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for breadth
Noun
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The news marks the first international expansion for Jackson’s FAST network.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
16 June 2025
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The expansion of the child tax credit in the House and Senate versions of the bill is less than many pro-family conservatives would have liked.—
Zach Halaschak,
The Washington Examiner,
16 June 2025
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Only after the June 24-25 summit meeting in The Hague – where North Atlantic Treaty Organization members will pledge to spend 5% of GDP on defense – will the US present its military review, which will spell out the scope of what are likely significant reductions in Europe.—
Eleanor Pringle,
Fortune,
23 June 2025
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Unless policy reflects the full scope of physical and financial risk, not just short-term political cycles, systems that look solid on paper may collapse under pressure.—
Felicia Jackson,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2025
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Over the past decade, researchers have conducted multiple experiments using vast expanses of water and ice that are designed to search for neutrinos, which could shed light on mysterious cosmic rays, the most highly energetic particles in the universe.—
Ashley Strickland,
CNN Money,
20 June 2025
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Located in Santa Paula, the $10 million Converse Ranch is a 117-year-old riverside expanse of more than 174 acres.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
17 June 2025
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That extent is probably not a $7 million contract, which is what both AFP Analytics and Evolving Hockey project on a long-term deal.—
Dom Luszczyszyn,
New York Times,
18 June 2025
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Protecting the safety of our communities and upholding the integrity of lawful demonstrations are priorities, and those who cross the line into violence will be prosecuted swiftly and to the fullest extent of the law.—
Alexander Mallin,
ABC News,
18 June 2025
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Rae’s debut full length studio album, Addison, was released earlier this month, landing at No. 4 on the Billboard 200 album chart.—
Gil Kaufman,
Billboard,
17 June 2025
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Note: This conversation has been edited for clarity and length.—
Jeremy Rutherford,
New York Times,
17 June 2025
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Indeed, it’s never made anything less than a good one, with a number of them ranking in the excellent-to-stone-cold-classic realm.—
Jim Harrington,
Mercury News,
20 June 2025
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The first in the series, Crown of War and Shadow, introduces readers to a complex mystical realm, thrilling action sequences and a new sweeping love story.—
Rachel Raposas,
People.com,
20 June 2025
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As the race was entering the final stretch, Mamdani walked the length of Manhattan, documenting the roughly 13-mile (21 kilometer) trip by posting photos and videos of his interactions along the way.—
Philip Marcelo,
Fortune,
25 June 2025
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Crow-Armstrong’s actions parallel a difficult stretch for the Cubs.—
Meghan Montemurro,
Chicago Tribune,
25 June 2025
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Cities like Atlanta, Washington D.C., Cincinnati, Charlotte, and New York will be sweltering in temperatures within the range of 95 to 100+ degrees F for several days.—
Marshall Shepherd,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2025
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Thursday’s weather for the walk, which began shortly after 5 p.m., was mostly sunny with breezy temperatures in the 80 degree range.—
Karie Angell Luc,
Chicago Tribune,
20 June 2025
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“Breadth.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/breadth. Accessed 30 Jun. 2025.
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