as in extensive
having considerable extent
a widespread area of drought
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Recent Examples of widespread
Take the latest widespread upbeat spin on the nation’s job market.
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Jonathan Lansner, Oc Register, 18 May 2026
But, more than just a fun commotion on a Tuesday night, Rex's daring getaway shows just how challenging owning a sulcata tortoise can be, even though the pet trade is so widespread that sulcata ownership featured as a punchline in a Saturday Night Live sketch.
—Alina Hartounian, NPR, 18 May 2026
The heat builds further tomorrow, with widespread 90s and the potential for some inland areas to hit 100 degrees.
—Matthew Villafane, CBS News, 18 May 2026
The Iranian government carried out a widespread massacres of civilians, killing tens of thousands.
—Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 18 May 2026
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Jonathan Lansner, Oc Register, 18 May 2026
But, more than just a fun commotion on a Tuesday night, Rex's daring getaway shows just how challenging owning a sulcata tortoise can be, even though the pet trade is so widespread that sulcata ownership featured as a punchline in a Saturday Night Live sketch.
—Alina Hartounian, NPR, 18 May 2026
The heat builds further tomorrow, with widespread 90s and the potential for some inland areas to hit 100 degrees.
—Matthew Villafane, CBS News, 18 May 2026
The Iranian government carried out a widespread massacres of civilians, killing tens of thousands.
—Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 18 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for widespread
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Think loyalty program benefits, elevated dining, extensive amenities, and conveniences such as room service, late-night dining options, and an on-site spa.—
Jacqueline Dole,
Southern Living,
22 May 2026
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It’s known for an extensive martini selection and dishes like crispy baked potato with crème fraîche and caviar; and branzino with fava beans, artichoke and snow pea salad.—
Beth Landman,
HollywoodReporter,
22 May 2026
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The design required the production team to bring a broad range of understandings, everything from electromagnetism, solenoid latches, lever arm weight multiplication, spring hinges, DMX triggers, foam fabrication, and sculpture.—
Sarah Shachat,
IndieWire,
19 May 2026
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Given how oversold the stock is, combined with the sheer force of the broader market rally, that modest move is highly achievable.—
Nishant Pant,
CNBC,
19 May 2026
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Elijah, however, didn’t account for his wide stance.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
15 May 2026
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The company called for tighter export controls, stronger protections against technology theft, and wider adoption of American AI systems across allied markets.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
14 May 2026
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The renovation introduced a sweeping circular bar and revived the former Georgian dining room as The George, a high-end brasserie.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 May 2026
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Though a Republican governor would likely face a hostile Legislature intent on blocking many priorities, Bianco and Hilton both promised sweeping cuts and cutbacks of state agencies.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
23 May 2026
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September 23 – October 22 A deeper feeling could interrupt your attempt to keep things light.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
15 May 2026
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Benjamín Echazarreta’s cinematography is alert to the workaday energy of the hotel as well as the eerie beauty of the setting, with its mix of fairy-tale wonder and bone-deep dread.—
Sheri Linden,
HollywoodReporter,
14 May 2026
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“Widespread.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/widespread. Accessed 25 May. 2026.
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