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
But the silence has meant that City’s broader actions have been micro-analysed and are capable of being construed either way.
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Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 15 Aug. 2025
Still, broader macroeconomic headwinds threaten to hurt drinking habits and wider consumer spending.
—Karen Gilchrist, CNBC, 15 Aug. 2025
In Chicago and across the broader U.S. market, the numbers tell a similar story, albeit at slightly lower levels, 27% for Chicago and 26% more broadly.
—Gleb Tsipursky, The Orlando Sentinel, 15 Aug. 2025
One Power Four school’s athletics compliance official, speaking anonymously, voiced fears that the issue could become a flashpoint in the broader immigration debate.
—Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 3 Aug. 2025
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Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 15 Aug. 2025
Still, broader macroeconomic headwinds threaten to hurt drinking habits and wider consumer spending.
—Karen Gilchrist, CNBC, 15 Aug. 2025
In Chicago and across the broader U.S. market, the numbers tell a similar story, albeit at slightly lower levels, 27% for Chicago and 26% more broadly.
—Gleb Tsipursky, The Orlando Sentinel, 15 Aug. 2025
One Power Four school’s athletics compliance official, speaking anonymously, voiced fears that the issue could become a flashpoint in the broader immigration debate.
—Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 3 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for broad
Adjective
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Being half-Yoruba, half-Edo gives me a wide lens through which to view heritage.—
Ugonnaora Owoh,
Essence,
5 Aug. 2025
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Moore is now running The Crown producer Left Bank Pictures alongside a wider group role at Sony Pictures Television.—
Jake Kanter,
Deadline,
5 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Some doctors and their professional associations say physicians’ extensive training leads to better care, and that some hospitals are just trying to save money by not employing them.—
Arielle Zionts. KFF Health News,
CNN Money,
14 Aug. 2025
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Shares reached their lowest point of the year in April and fell to the $18.13 mark around the same time a Reuters report found Tan had extensive business ties to China.—
Antonio Pequeño IV,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Nowhere is that more obvious or more urgent than in education.—
Dan Fitzpatrick,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Mountains are always there, but another form of turbulence can seemingly appear from nowhere, with no obvious visual cues to warn pilots.—
Renée Rigdon,
CNN Money,
7 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The Star brand, which was widely used and well-known across Latin America and Asia, was designated as the general entertainment tile.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
6 Aug. 2025
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While the cost of certain goods and services will fluctuate, the general trend is clear: Essential expenses like housing and food are rising significantly.—
Jenna Hinrichsen,
Forbes.com,
6 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The listing explains that the home offers sweeping views of Central Park and glimpses of the Hudson River, being just one block away from the beloved tourist attraction.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
People.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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Hike the Alkali Flat Trail for sweeping views of the dunes or take the Dune Life Nature Trail to learn about the desert ecosystem.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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This feels worth acknowledging because almost every home with them, no matter how expensive the litter box, shares that unmistakable aroma.—
Mikey O'Connell,
HollywoodReporter,
13 Aug. 2025
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Leaders need team members who reduce leadership’s cognitive load by making their worth unmistakable and their potential clear. - Aurelien Mangano, DevelUpLeaders 13.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
13 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Derek the outstanding chef, food and beverage supervisor and overall leader of the charge, came from Tao.—
Michael Goldstein,
Forbes.com,
16 Aug. 2025
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The annual mid-year report also comes as Naperville receives recognition for its overall safety.—
Carolyn Stein,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Aug. 2025
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Driving through deep water can also negatively affect a vehicle's mechanical and electrical systems.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
14 Aug. 2025
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Closing the gap The loss of $4 billion in federal funding leaves California scrambling to fill a deep financial gap of $14 billion to even finish the Central Valley corridor.—
Tina Li,
Sacbee.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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“Broad.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/broad. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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