Examples of broaden in a Sentence
They need to broaden their understanding of other cultures.
The police have broadened the scope of the investigation.
Her smile broadened when I told her the good news.
The investigation has broadened to include the mayor's staff.
His interests broadened to include art and music, not just sports.
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To broaden the internet’s consumer base, online spaces needed a new image.
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Time, 31 July 2025
Republicans are angling to chip away at the Voting Rights Act, as Democrats renew a long-shot push to broaden the landmark law that turns 60 next week.
—Kristina Karisch, The Hill, 31 July 2025
Now, organizers hope to broaden their reach and philanthropy.
—Noah Lyons, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 July 2025
Originally called Kansas State Agricultural College, the university has since deepened its expertise in agriculture and engineering and broadened its offerings to include areas of study ranging from aeronautics and business to healthcare and computer science.
—Haniya Rae, Forbes.com, 30 July 2025
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Time, 31 July 2025
Republicans are angling to chip away at the Voting Rights Act, as Democrats renew a long-shot push to broaden the landmark law that turns 60 next week.
—Kristina Karisch, The Hill, 31 July 2025
Now, organizers hope to broaden their reach and philanthropy.
—Noah Lyons, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 July 2025
Originally called Kansas State Agricultural College, the university has since deepened its expertise in agriculture and engineering and broadened its offerings to include areas of study ranging from aeronautics and business to healthcare and computer science.
—Haniya Rae, Forbes.com, 30 July 2025
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“Broaden.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/broaden. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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