as in expansions
a wide space or area
the great explorers who crossed the vast expanses of the seven seas in small ships
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Recent Examples of expanses
Surrounded by wide open expanses of the Santa Monica Mountains, this modern abode has a direct connection with its surroundings via the sliding doors and casement windows that swing open to beckon in fresh air and sunlight.
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Kristin Braswell,
Architectural Digest,
30 June 2026
For example, the warmer temperatures in the El Niño region are happening in the context of warmer than normal temperatures across vast expanses in the Pacific.
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Dinah Voyles Pulver,
USA Today,
25 June 2026
This is not even considering the dedication of vast expanses of farmland to solar farms.
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Louise Schiavone,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
The Okefenokee swamp's prairies are vast, watery expanses dotted with floating islands and stands of cypress and other trees.
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Aj Willingham,
AJC.com,
9 June 2026
Those hilly expanses hold a lot of amenities, including a ski hill and golf courses.
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Katy Spratte Joyce,
Travel + Leisure,
30 May 2026
By traversing sonic ground across its 10 tracks that transports listeners from the open expanses of Montana to the Mississippi Hill Country, Bingham and The Texas Gentlemen effectively weave a tapestry that knits together a throughline between foundational Americana genres.
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Chris Barilla,
PEOPLE,
15 May 2026
Encounters with whales, dolphins and penguins awaited; landscapes of icy expanses, towering cliffs and rolling green hills beckoned.
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Hira Humayun,
CNN Money,
6 May 2026
In these plans, recalled Douglas Vakoch, president of Messaging Extraterrestrial Intelligence (METI) International in San Francisco, huge diagrams would be etched on large expanses of land here on Earth.
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Leonard David,
Space.com,
23 Apr. 2026
Kristin Braswell,
Architectural Digest,
30 June 2026
For example, the warmer temperatures in the El Niño region are happening in the context of warmer than normal temperatures across vast expanses in the Pacific.
—
Dinah Voyles Pulver,
USA Today,
25 June 2026
This is not even considering the dedication of vast expanses of farmland to solar farms.
—
Louise Schiavone,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
The Okefenokee swamp's prairies are vast, watery expanses dotted with floating islands and stands of cypress and other trees.
—
Aj Willingham,
AJC.com,
9 June 2026
Those hilly expanses hold a lot of amenities, including a ski hill and golf courses.
—
Katy Spratte Joyce,
Travel + Leisure,
30 May 2026
By traversing sonic ground across its 10 tracks that transports listeners from the open expanses of Montana to the Mississippi Hill Country, Bingham and The Texas Gentlemen effectively weave a tapestry that knits together a throughline between foundational Americana genres.
—
Chris Barilla,
PEOPLE,
15 May 2026
Encounters with whales, dolphins and penguins awaited; landscapes of icy expanses, towering cliffs and rolling green hills beckoned.
—
Hira Humayun,
CNN Money,
6 May 2026
In these plans, recalled Douglas Vakoch, president of Messaging Extraterrestrial Intelligence (METI) International in San Francisco, huge diagrams would be etched on large expanses of land here on Earth.
—
Leonard David,
Space.com,
23 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for expanses
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Space exploration is entering a new era, mirroring historical expansions where lasting wealth stemmed from infrastructure, not just initial discoveries.
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Republicans said the expansions from the pandemic era went too far and tried to persuade Democrats to fund a temporary spending bill that didn't address the expiring ACA subsidies, with promises of discussing ways to continue the subsidies later.
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The state’s large population, high number of vehicles and long stretches of intense summer heat all contribute to the elevated risk.
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Paraguay wins after a marathon match that saw Germany live in the attacking third for large stretches of the game.
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Sitting outside at dusk, toasting s’mores on a small griddle fire while overlooking the desert plains was the perfect American road trip punctuation (particularly after a long, hot steam and sauna).
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Since Mary Grace’s death, her parents have poured their energy into persuading lawmakers to make camps safer by banning cabins in active flood plains, mandating 24-7 weather monitoring and requiring rigorous annual evacuation training.
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Instead of limiting where an electric bike can go, its folding design creates more opportunities to ride, making spontaneous adventures easier than ever while still providing the comfort needed for longer distances.
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They’re also suited for specific boating environments, with canoeing most frequently seen in rivers, lakes, and shallower waters while sailboats are more tailored for wider distances and uses.
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In some cases, tech companies and developers in Georgia and elsewhere are going to great lengths to secure power — and to do so fast.
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And Hollywood insider Rob Shuter reports that not everyone is happy about the lengths she’s gone to keep her wedding private.
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White sheets, towels, and clothes have a fresh, crisp look to them that has the power to make life feel a little more luxurious.
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However, adding fabric softeners or dryer sheets could actually cause your towels to lose their absorbency.
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“Expanses.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/expanses. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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