as in extensive
having considerable extent
a widespread area of drought
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Recent Examples of widespread
Thunderstorms, heavy rains, high winds and tornadoes have plagued the region for the past several days, causing widespread damage before moving east.
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Sarah Metz, CBS News, 8 May 2025
The only thing more powerful than The Force, in fact, may be the Netflix algorithm, which combined with widespread critical acclaim to drive countless viewers to a four-hour drama about a murderous British boy and the society that failed him.
—Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 8 May 2025
Having heard widespread praise for Marsh around the league, Cardoso was sold by the end of her first phone call with her new coach.
—Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 28 Apr. 2025
With the potential to revolutionize numerous areas of life, these machines are poised to attract widespread attention from investors, corporations, governments and consumers.
—Anton Alikov, Forbes.com, 28 Apr. 2025
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Sarah Metz, CBS News, 8 May 2025
The only thing more powerful than The Force, in fact, may be the Netflix algorithm, which combined with widespread critical acclaim to drive countless viewers to a four-hour drama about a murderous British boy and the society that failed him.
—Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 8 May 2025
Having heard widespread praise for Marsh around the league, Cardoso was sold by the end of her first phone call with her new coach.
—Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 28 Apr. 2025
With the potential to revolutionize numerous areas of life, these machines are poised to attract widespread attention from investors, corporations, governments and consumers.
—Anton Alikov, Forbes.com, 28 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for widespread
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Google got in early with its extensive Pixel 9 discount, Samsung is preparing to launch its new Galaxy S25 Edge with a money-off promotion, and now the iPhone 16 has joined in with price cuts across all models of the 2024 Apple phone.—
Janhoi McGregor,
Forbes.com,
10 May 2025
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Law enforcement and Suzanne’s brother, Andrew Moorman, led extensive searches but were unable to find her.—
Emily Krauser,
People.com,
10 May 2025
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On a broader stage, there is Mamie Gummer, eldest daughter of the Oscar-winning actress Meryl Streep.—
Lynne Agress,
Baltimore Sun,
11 May 2025
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Advertisers seem eager to tie pitches and promotions to programs seen by a broader audience.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
11 May 2025
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The show is set in 1972, when the cars were wide, the engines were big and the seatbelts were mostly decorative.—
Alexis Soloski,
New York Times,
13 May 2025
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Sturdy, dual-sided handles that are wide enough to grip with pot holders make transferring the cookware from the stove to the oven or table a breeze, too.—
Maggie Horton,
People.com,
13 May 2025
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Nissan on May 13 announced sweeping cuts across the company with plans to lay off another 11,000 employees and close more than a half-dozen plants across the globe.—
Natalie Neysa Alund,
USA Today,
14 May 2025
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More so than Trump's deportations or sweeping government cuts, many now believe this could be it.—
Nik Popli,
Time,
13 May 2025
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Driving through deep water can also affect a vehicle's mechanical and electrical systems.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
10 May 2025
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The viral dystopic show, which centers around main character Seong Gi-hun or Player 456 (Lee Jung-jae), has delighted fans since its 2021 premiere, combining classic thriller elements with a deeper exploration of the human capacity for evil and the perils of an unequal society. Surprise!—
Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
10 May 2025
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“Widespread.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/widespread. Accessed 21 May. 2025.
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