as in national
including or involving all parts of a nation or country
a nationwide initiative to improve infrastructure
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Recent Examples of nationwide
Since its founding in 2006, Wyoming Whiskey has carried a torch for Rocky Mountain distillers, and its whiskeys have earned it both nationwide fans and industry acclaim.
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David Thomas Tao,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2026
The cut in capacity has been accelerated by a nationwide crackdown on trucking compliance that has taken thousands of truck drivers out of service.
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Glenn Taylor,
Footwear News,
29 June 2026
At its peak in 1852, miners pulled tens of millions of dollars in gold from California’s rivers and hills — wealth that fueled banks, railroads and businesses nationwide.
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Andre Byik,
USA Today,
29 June 2026
Industrious Labs, a nationwide clean air advocacy group, reported in 2024 that people living near steel mills are 12% more likely to develop cancer.
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John Lippert,
Chicago Tribune,
28 June 2026
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David Thomas Tao,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2026
The cut in capacity has been accelerated by a nationwide crackdown on trucking compliance that has taken thousands of truck drivers out of service.
—
Glenn Taylor,
Footwear News,
29 June 2026
At its peak in 1852, miners pulled tens of millions of dollars in gold from California’s rivers and hills — wealth that fueled banks, railroads and businesses nationwide.
—
Andre Byik,
USA Today,
29 June 2026
Industrious Labs, a nationwide clean air advocacy group, reported in 2024 that people living near steel mills are 12% more likely to develop cancer.
—
John Lippert,
Chicago Tribune,
28 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nationwide
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The trend first emerged in March as Norway was preparing for the World Cup and has quickly become the country’s trademark national celebration.
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The Current organization is playing host to the Dutch men’s national team during the 2026 FIFA World Cup at its Riverside training facility.
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The plan is aimed at raising revenue to offset federal cuts that are expected to leave millions of Californians without access to healthcare.
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Per the letter, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the parent organization of the CCC, must conduct a performance investigation into its commitment to federal priorities.
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“Nationwide.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nationwide. Accessed 1 Jul. 2026.
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