as in widening
to increase the width, breadth, or scope of
They decided to broaden the road by adding an additional lane. You'll find if you broaden your horizons that there are many right paths to choose.
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Recent Examples of broadening
The company also suggested that Ether might be included as a secondary reserve asset, thereby broadening its investment beyond Worldcoin.
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Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
CoinDepo highlights flexibility and security, and according to the team, is preparing to launch new services aimed at broadening how staking can be used.
—Lyssanoel Frater, USA Today, 12 Sep. 2025
Striking a balance But brands have a fine balance to strike in broadening their appeal without diluting the exclusivity of their labels.
—Karen Gilchrist, CNBC, 11 Sep. 2025
The cost of mobile handsets is the biggest barrier to broadening internet access in Africa, according to a new report seen by Semafor.
—Alexis Akwagyiram, semafor.com, 8 Sep. 2025
The inaugural program will focus on boosting Latina representation in leadership roles and broadening access to education as a way to drive social change.
—Thania Garcia, Variety, 8 Sep. 2025
Expletives spoken in the film by star Virginia Gardner, for example, were changed to family-friendly language, which was important in broadening the film’s success.
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 4 Sep. 2025
Benetti has spent the last five years broadening its fiberglass offerings, tailoring models for different types of owners.
—Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 29 Aug. 2025
But according to experts, this is more likely due to autism detection improving since the diagnosis was first developed and the criteria broadening over the years.
—Joseph Choi, The Hill, 26 Aug. 2025
Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
CoinDepo highlights flexibility and security, and according to the team, is preparing to launch new services aimed at broadening how staking can be used.
—Lyssanoel Frater, USA Today, 12 Sep. 2025
Striking a balance But brands have a fine balance to strike in broadening their appeal without diluting the exclusivity of their labels.
—Karen Gilchrist, CNBC, 11 Sep. 2025
The cost of mobile handsets is the biggest barrier to broadening internet access in Africa, according to a new report seen by Semafor.
—Alexis Akwagyiram, semafor.com, 8 Sep. 2025
The inaugural program will focus on boosting Latina representation in leadership roles and broadening access to education as a way to drive social change.
—Thania Garcia, Variety, 8 Sep. 2025
Expletives spoken in the film by star Virginia Gardner, for example, were changed to family-friendly language, which was important in broadening the film’s success.
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 4 Sep. 2025
Benetti has spent the last five years broadening its fiberglass offerings, tailoring models for different types of owners.
—Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 29 Aug. 2025
But according to experts, this is more likely due to autism detection improving since the diagnosis was first developed and the criteria broadening over the years.
—Joseph Choi, The Hill, 26 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for broadening
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That depreciation has made Chinese exports more competitive in the importing markets, contributing to a widening trade imbalance, drawing the ire of major trading partners, including BRICS member state India.—
Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
16 Sep. 2025
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Levy’s horizons quickly expanded in dazzling directions, widening his—and much of his audience’s—outlook on the world.—
Laura Manske,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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Universities were quickly expanding, and most lacked both the operational expertise and financial flexibility needed to meet growing housing demands.—
David J. Adelman,
Fortune,
20 Sep. 2025
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The rewards offered on social media and search engine spending can help reward businesses expanding their digital footprint.—
Ryley Amond,
CNBC,
20 Sep. 2025
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“Broadening.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/broadening. Accessed 21 Sep. 2025.
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