as in extensive
having considerable extent
a widespread area of drought
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Recent Examples of widespread
According to widespread reports, the modern steel version, ref.
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Victoria Gomelsky, Robb Report, 9 Mar. 2026
Such warnings have contributed to widespread angst amongst Americans.
—Jake Angelo, Fortune, 9 Mar. 2026
In Burton’s view, the widespread nature of the funding challenge may also offer a unifying opportunity.
—Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 9 Mar. 2026
Even so, anti-Zionist sentiment was widespread in Iran, stoked by its Shia clerics.
—The Week Uk, TheWeek, 8 Mar. 2026
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Victoria Gomelsky, Robb Report, 9 Mar. 2026
Such warnings have contributed to widespread angst amongst Americans.
—Jake Angelo, Fortune, 9 Mar. 2026
In Burton’s view, the widespread nature of the funding challenge may also offer a unifying opportunity.
—Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 9 Mar. 2026
Even so, anti-Zionist sentiment was widespread in Iran, stoked by its Shia clerics.
—The Week Uk, TheWeek, 8 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for widespread
Adjective
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The skull distortion was so extensive that physical reconstruction wasn’t possible.—
Ashley Strickland,
CNN Money,
7 Mar. 2026
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Treatments are extensive and popular with visitors and locals alike, so be sure to book ahead.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Half Acre has excess capacity in part due to a broader downturn in the craft brewing market.—
Robert Channick,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Mar. 2026
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However, some experts are skeptical of impact of New Delhi's regulatory changes on investments as border tensions between India and China remain unresolved and the broader geostrategic competition between the two persists.—
Priyanka Salve,
CNBC,
11 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Pair it with wide-leg trousers and a blazer for dinner, tuck it into jeans for a casual afternoon, or layer it beneath a cardigan for cooler days.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Mar. 2026
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In order to arrive at our eyes (or instruments), a signal has to go through a wide variety of environments.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
6 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Be sure to take a stroll along the Albany Corning Preserve for sweeping river views.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Mar. 2026
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From thunderous victory to shattering downfall, this play delivers sweeping action sequences, political intrigue, and a theatrical experience that hits with the force of a battle drum.—
Cincinnati Enquirer,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
7 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Driving through deep water can also damage a vehicle's mechanical and electrical systems.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
5 Mar. 2026
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Working in batches, drop batter into hot oil using tablespoon or a cookie scoop, and fry, turning as needed until deep golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes per batch.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
5 Mar. 2026
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“Widespread.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/widespread. Accessed 11 Mar. 2026.
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