as in extends
to arrange the parts of (something) over a wider area
let's spread the puzzle out on the floor and see what we've got
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Verb
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As of June 2026, when the hotel officially transitions from this soft opening phase to truly all-inclusive, every stay will be a full room-and-board rate—an offer that extends to the wine, beer, and snacks in the mini bar.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 Feb. 2026 -
The resort’s focus on wellness extends far beyond the spa, though.—
Angela Lian,
Travel + Leisure,
17 Feb. 2026
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The love expands, the circle widens, the tradition shifts.—
Natasha Pickowicz,
Vogue,
20 Feb. 2026
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Last month, Illinois took a major step forward with the signing of the Clean Slate Act (HB 1836), a bipartisan law that expands opportunity and strengthens Illinois’ economy.—
Curtis Reed,
Chicago Tribune,
20 Feb. 2026
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Your 7th House of Partnership opens as the delicate Moon arrives, urging honest exchanges that respect privacy while naming what matters in a contract or friendship.—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Feb. 2026
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The exhibit opens with Edwards’ own journey.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
21 Feb. 2026
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Cannabis hyperemesis syndrome unfolds in phases.—
Tribune News Service,
Baltimore Sun,
19 Feb. 2026
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Regardless of which scenario unfolds, Barr emphasized that the long-term effects of AI are likely to be profoundly positive for living standards.—
Catherina Gioino,
Fortune,
19 Feb. 2026
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“Spreads (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spreads%20%28out%29. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.
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