as in extensive
having considerable extent
as the river nears the end of its long journey to the sea it becomes quite expansive in breadth
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Recent Examples of expansive
The expansive holistic spa specializes in Ayurvedic treatments and offers consultations with the in-house doctor, warm oil treatments, and herbal massages.
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Julie Olum, Travel + Leisure, 29 June 2025
Passing cars honked in support while protesters waved signs calling for the preservation of the expansive Everglades preserve, home to several endangered species and Native tribes.
—Billal Rahman, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 June 2025
The expansive group show, which opens in July, positions the city as an underrecognized hub for LGBTQ+ art and social action.
—Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 29 June 2025
Throughout, the cast of 17 exudes an unmistakable enthusiasm for the material, the onstage electricity radiating up the alpine slopes of the Guthrie’s expansive Wurtele Thrust.
—Rob Hubbard, Twin Cities, 28 June 2025
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Julie Olum, Travel + Leisure, 29 June 2025
Passing cars honked in support while protesters waved signs calling for the preservation of the expansive Everglades preserve, home to several endangered species and Native tribes.
—Billal Rahman, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 June 2025
The expansive group show, which opens in July, positions the city as an underrecognized hub for LGBTQ+ art and social action.
—Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 29 June 2025
Throughout, the cast of 17 exudes an unmistakable enthusiasm for the material, the onstage electricity radiating up the alpine slopes of the Guthrie’s expansive Wurtele Thrust.
—Rob Hubbard, Twin Cities, 28 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for expansive
Adjective
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Miller, who had written only a brief outline at this point, wanted to visualize the film and effectively created an extensive graphic novel in the process.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
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But if there’s an old-world atmosphere here, the amenities are also firmly up to date: there’s a surprisingly extensive list of complimentary activities on offer, from pasta-making classes to painting lessons.—
Elise Taylor,
Vogue,
9 July 2025
Adjective
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Since then, military actions—from Korea and Vietnam to Iraq, Libya, and Syria—have typically been carried out under broad authorizations, U.N. resolutions, or purely at the president's discretion.—
Martha McHardy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 June 2025
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But states, immigrants and rights groups that have sued to block the executive order have accused the administration of trying to unsettle the broader understanding of birthright citizenship that has been accepted since the amendment's adoption.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
28 June 2025
Adjective
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While they’re commonly used in commercial and kitchen settings, utility carts can be used for a wide variety of purposes.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
30 June 2025
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In wider terms, she was voted the best midfielder in the division.—
Michael Cox,
New York Times,
30 June 2025
Adjective
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One data point, one bad shooting performance, is no reason to draw sweeping conclusions.—
Derek Newton,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2025
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The spending package includes sweeping legislation and implements many of the president's campaign promises.—
Sarah Rumpf-Whitten,
FOXNews.com,
30 June 2025
Adjective
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Tequila has long been celebrated for its deep Mexican heritage and craftsmanship, but Black entrepreneurs, mixologists, and investors are now making their mark on the industry.—
Essence,
Essence,
10 July 2025
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Maresca spoke of the importance of this role when playing against teams who like to defend deep — as Fluminense, with 40-year-old former Chelsea captain Thiago Silva in their back line, did here.—
Oliver Kay,
New York Times,
9 July 2025
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“Expansive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/expansive. Accessed 12 Jul. 2025.
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