spectrum

Definition of spectrumnext
as in range
the distance or extent between possible extremes the complete spectrum of opinions on this hotly debated subject

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Recent Examples of spectrum At the opposite end of the spectrum, Bert Kreischer and Jamie Bell both went for Rolex tool watches, wearing a GMT-Master II and Explorer, respectively. Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 6 June 2026 How Charlotte compares to other big cities The New York and Los Angeles metropolitan areas represent the high end of the pricing spectrum, significantly outpricing the Southern and Midwestern metro areas, according to NAIS. Chase Jordan june 4, Charlotte Observer, 4 June 2026 How Elite and Everyday Runners Used the Device The study followed athletes across a wide spectrum of training loads and life demands. Samantha Agate, Kansas City Star, 4 June 2026 The barely-there shoe style, capable of transitioning from day to night, has been embraced by a number of celebrities lately as brands across the price spectrum push it forward in a number of iterations. Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 3 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for spectrum
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Noun
  • From the beach’s crystal clear waters to its lush mountains, the Dominican Republic features a range of options that go beyond the sun and sand.
    Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 June 2026
  • Well, tonight, Harper is 3-for-3 from 3-point range in the first half and has scored 15 points.
    Andrew Greif, NBC news, 11 June 2026
Noun
  • Dogs would be at the other end of the scale, metonymic creatures that stand in for us—and did for Diogenes—by virtue of their cultural proximity.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 10 June 2026
  • The move drew criticism from progressive and Hispanic Democrats who argued the DCCC was unfairly trying to tip the scales in the race.
    Mathew Miranda June 9, Sacbee.com, 10 June 2026
Noun
  • Touron offenses run the gamut from getting too close to wildlife to damaging fragile geological sites, and these incidents often put visitors in danger.
    Katie Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 8 June 2026
  • The lineups run the gamut of musical styles and tastes.
    Anne M. Peterson, Chicago Tribune, 8 June 2026

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“Spectrum.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spectrum. Accessed 11 Jun. 2026.

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