1
as in wide
having a greater than usual measure across
an unusually broad expanse of water in the island-dotted lake
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2
as in extensive
having considerable extent
her broad knowledge of American politics makes her a much-sought-after guest on talk shows
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3
as in obvious
not subject to misinterpretation or more than one interpretation
gave them a broad hint that it was time to leave
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4
as in general
relating to the main elements and not to specific details
a broad overview of the topic
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Recent Examples of broad
In the broadest sense, what needs to be figured out to make those two properties work — Batman in this universe?
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Brian Hiatt, Rolling Stone, 16 June 2025
The move fit into the pope's broader understanding of martyr as a social justice concept, allowing those deemed to have been killed for doing God's work and following the gospel to be considered for sainthood.
—Arkansas Online, 16 June 2025
Oil prices have surged following Israel’s initial strikes on Iranian targets on Friday and retaliatory attacks by Tehran amid concerns that a broader regional conflict could disrupt oil exports from the Middle East.
—Alexis Akwagyiram, semafor.com, 16 June 2025
But, like all industrious publishers, Dunton had broader ambitions: to seed new publics for his writing.
—Merve Emre, New Yorker, 16 June 2025
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Brian Hiatt, Rolling Stone, 16 June 2025
The move fit into the pope's broader understanding of martyr as a social justice concept, allowing those deemed to have been killed for doing God's work and following the gospel to be considered for sainthood.
—Arkansas Online, 16 June 2025
Oil prices have surged following Israel’s initial strikes on Iranian targets on Friday and retaliatory attacks by Tehran amid concerns that a broader regional conflict could disrupt oil exports from the Middle East.
—Alexis Akwagyiram, semafor.com, 16 June 2025
But, like all industrious publishers, Dunton had broader ambitions: to seed new publics for his writing.
—Merve Emre, New Yorker, 16 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for broad
Adjective
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Vera Rubin, due to its wide field of view and exceptional sensitivity, was to feel their presence especially keenly.—
Tereza Pultarova,
Space.com,
18 June 2025
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Touching on a wide range of topics, Obama delivered a history lesson about democracy and freedom with references to the Civil War, World War II, civil rights, solidarity in Poland, and the Berlin Wall.—
Christopher Keating,
Hartford Courant,
18 June 2025
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This propulsive narrative is buttressed by extensive research documented in voluminous footnotes.—
Book Marks
June 27,
Literary Hub,
27 June 2025
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Despite an extensive search by the sheriff’s office using air assets, ground searchers and rope teams, Brinkmeyer was not found and a decision was made to end search efforts.—
David Chiu,
People.com,
27 June 2025
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But Cate mentioned obvious areas of interest such as housing, infrastructure, regulations, taxes and fees, trade and the overall cost of living.—
Michael Smolens,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
22 June 2025
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Such an obvious way to exhibit his egotistical personality.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
22 June 2025
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However, why would a general manager ever admit giving up on the season or shopping its most reliable pitcher?—
Aaliyan Mohammed,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 June 2025
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Miami Herald 305-376-3619 Miami Herald consumer trends reporter Howard Cohen, a 2017 Media Excellence Awards winner, has covered pop music, theater, health and fitness, obituaries, municipal government, breaking news and general assignment.—
Howard Cohen,
Miami Herald,
19 June 2025
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During her weekslong retrial in Massachusetts, Read’s lawyers accused authorities of trying to frame her in a sweeping conspiracy, which included planting evidence against her.—
Jessica Schladebeck,
New York Daily News,
18 June 2025
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While the challenges of transformation may feel daunting, supporting your people through change doesn’t always require sweeping initiatives or expensive programs.—
Rahul Karan Sharma,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2025
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The pattern is unmistakable: just as Enron triggered SOX, AI governance failures will trigger mandatory expertise requirements.—
Steven Wolfe Pereira,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2025
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The symbolism of the decision to target this base—the same one that U.S. President Donald Trump visited only two months ago during his tour of Gulf states, and one located in a country that maintains close ties to and shares an offshore gas field with Iran—is unmistakable.—
Dana Stroul,
Foreign Affairs,
23 June 2025
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One major remaining question, though, is whether the measure can survive Democratic procedural challenges as Republicans advance the overall legislation through the budget reconciliation process.—
Gabrielle M. Etzel,
The Washington Examiner,
16 June 2025
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The real deal-breaker, experts say, is your overall health and facial structure.—
Audrey Noble,
Vogue,
16 June 2025
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What people have not always had is either the awareness or deep enough pockets, which means FIFA should reduce prices and fill these stadiums.—
The Athletic Staff,
New York Times,
28 June 2025
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Sometimes people forget that L.A. and Southern California is a place with real people and a super deep and rich history of Black art.—
Alphonse Pierre,
Pitchfork,
27 June 2025
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“Broad.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/broad. Accessed 1 Jul. 2025.
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