as in extensive
having considerable extent
a widespread area of drought
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Recent Examples of widespread
The company has become a standout player in digital media thanks to its unique LinkedIn strategy combined with widespread coverage in the financial press.
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William Jones, USA Today, 6 Nov. 2025
President Samia Suluhu Hassan was reelected last month, but the vote was marred by violence — widespread protests were met with bloody crackdowns, reportedly killing 800, although the government disputed the figure.
—Tom Chivers, semafor.com, 6 Nov. 2025
This comes as staffing shortages at terminals are already causing widespread delays, and as thousands of air traffic controllers are set to miss their second full paycheck next week.
—Alexandra Banner, CNN Money, 6 Nov. 2025
Despite widespread economic concern, the National Retail Federation’s holiday forecast is bright.
—Vicki M. Young, Footwear News, 6 Nov. 2025
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William Jones, USA Today, 6 Nov. 2025
President Samia Suluhu Hassan was reelected last month, but the vote was marred by violence — widespread protests were met with bloody crackdowns, reportedly killing 800, although the government disputed the figure.
—Tom Chivers, semafor.com, 6 Nov. 2025
This comes as staffing shortages at terminals are already causing widespread delays, and as thousands of air traffic controllers are set to miss their second full paycheck next week.
—Alexandra Banner, CNN Money, 6 Nov. 2025
Despite widespread economic concern, the National Retail Federation’s holiday forecast is bright.
—Vicki M. Young, Footwear News, 6 Nov. 2025
See All Example Sentences for widespread
Recent Examples of Synonyms for widespread
Adjective
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The extensive archaeological study covered an area of over three-quarters of a mile.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Nov. 2025
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His work has been so extensive, France’s minister of culture awarded him the prestigious Chevalier de l’ordre des Arts et des Lettres this year.—
Paige Reddinger,
Robb Report,
8 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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The Supreme Court granted the president broad immunity for official acts committed during his presidency.—
NPR,
NPR,
11 Nov. 2025
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So far this year, both Berkshire's Class A and Class B shares have risen nearly 10%, outperforming most defensive stocks, though lagging slightly behind the broader market.—
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CNBC,
11 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Madani also said that the collapse of basic infrastructure could spark wider unrest.—
Emma Bussey,
FOXNews.com,
10 Nov. 2025
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This could make for an intriguing shootout between Maye and Baker Mayfield, who is playing the best ball of his career and has the Tampa Bay Buccaneers off to a 6-2 start despite rampant injuries along his offensive line and wide receiving unit.—
Mike Jones,
New York Times,
9 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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The Cavaliers ended the Heat’s season in dominant fashion, sweeping Miami in their first-round playoff series in April.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
11 Nov. 2025
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World Athletics sets the rules, handles drug testing and organizes the championships, among other duties, but still doesn’t have the power to make the more sweeping changes Lyles thinks track and field needs.—
Ian Servantes,
Footwear News,
11 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Driving through deep water can also affect a vehicle's mechanical and electrical systems.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
8 Nov. 2025
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Gjoshe had suffered a deep wound to his upper arm and had to wait until Tuesday for surgery.—
Philip Buckingham,
New York Times,
8 Nov. 2025
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“Widespread.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/widespread. Accessed 5 Dec. 2025.
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