as in extensive
having considerable extent
a widespread area of drought
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Recent Examples of widespread
The shooting deaths of two American citizens at the hands of federal immigration officers during demonstrations against ICE raids in Minneapolis sparked widespread public protest and spurred lawmakers to respond.
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Lisa Mascaro, Los Angeles Times, 9 Feb. 2026
In addition to widespread spraypainted graffiti, participants also lit multiple vehicles on fire, including at least one police SUV.
—Trevor Hughes, USA Today, 9 Feb. 2026
But vaccines for smallpox and some other diseases had been around for at least half a century before the 1940s, and had failed to create widespread immunity.
—Vann R. Newkirk Ii, The Atlantic, 9 Feb. 2026
Lai was among the first prominent figures arrested in August 2020 under the security law that Beijing implemented in the Chinese special administrative region, following widespread pro-democracy protests in 2019.
—Anniek Bao, CNBC, 9 Feb. 2026
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Lisa Mascaro, Los Angeles Times, 9 Feb. 2026
In addition to widespread spraypainted graffiti, participants also lit multiple vehicles on fire, including at least one police SUV.
—Trevor Hughes, USA Today, 9 Feb. 2026
But vaccines for smallpox and some other diseases had been around for at least half a century before the 1940s, and had failed to create widespread immunity.
—Vann R. Newkirk Ii, The Atlantic, 9 Feb. 2026
Lai was among the first prominent figures arrested in August 2020 under the security law that Beijing implemented in the Chinese special administrative region, following widespread pro-democracy protests in 2019.
—Anniek Bao, CNBC, 9 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for widespread
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Built around an unparalleled selection of perfectly charred steaks and chops, the menu doesn't end with meat - an extensive raw bar, plus iconic entrees like the Twin Lobster Tails and Shrimp & Crab Louie, pair perfectly with classic cocktails like martinis and Manhattans.—
Courtney Cherry,
CBS News,
6 Feb. 2026
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The company conducts extensive background checks on drivers, including criminal history, driving violations and civil suits, Uber’s attorneys said.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
6 Feb. 2026
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Facing huge manpower pressures as its war in Ukraine nears the four-year mark, Russia actively promotes the participation of African recruits in its army as part of a broader PR narrative.—
Larry Madowo,
CNN Money,
4 Feb. 2026
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Rather than functioning as a static model, the LPM serves as the core of Carbon AI, a broader decision-making framework that supports both the LaserWeeder platform and the company’s Autonomous Tractor Kit (ATK).—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
3 Feb. 2026
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If successful, the technology is slated for wider adoption across multiple EV lines, signaling a potential shift away from lithium-dependent batteries.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Feb. 2026
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It is expected to connect Azerbaijan and its autonomous Nakhchivan exclave, which are separated by a 20-mile-wide patch of Armenian territory.—
MICHELLE L. PRICE THE ASSOCIATED PRESS,
Arkansas Online,
6 Feb. 2026
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In the days after the Bondi Beach massacre – allegedly committed by a father and son who had embraced Islamic State ideology – the government announced sweeping new gun laws, tougher rules on hate speech, and stronger powers for the home affairs minister to cancel visas on character grounds.—
Hilary Whiteman,
CNN Money,
8 Feb. 2026
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But research from both academics and conservative groups suggests removing undocumented immigrants from the census would shift only a handful of seats — not the sweeping advantage critics claim.—
Christian Datoc,
The Washington Examiner,
7 Feb. 2026
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Turn the heat to medium-low, cover, and cook, turning once, until the daikon is tender and both sides are deep golden brown, 8–10 minutes.—
Chihiro Tomioka,
Saveur,
5 Feb. 2026
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Journaling is also a great way to explore your deeper thoughts.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
5 Feb. 2026
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“Widespread.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/widespread. Accessed 11 Feb. 2026.
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