1
as in broad
having a greater than usual measure across
the river is so wide that building a bridge across it would be impractical
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2
as in extensive
having considerable extent
a wide and detailed knowledge of the issue
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as in quite
to a full extent or degree
the door was wide open
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Recent Examples of wide
Jon Allsop, New Yorker, 6 June 2025
Homelessness among veterans, young people and families was down by wide margins.
—Michael Smolens, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 May 2025
Kendall Capps, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 May 2025
Meisel: The American League as a whole feels wide open this season.
—Zack Meisel, New York Times, 22 May 2025
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Adjective
And for the many local stations that operate in the wider public broadcasting network, and have ties to NPR and PBS, cuts do carry existential stakes.
—Jon Allsop, New Yorker, 6 June 2025
Homelessness among veterans, young people and families was down by wide margins.
—Michael Smolens, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 May 2025
Adverb
For much of the final round, the tournament was wide open.
—Kendall Capps, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 May 2025
Meisel: The American League as a whole feels wide open this season.
—Zack Meisel, New York Times, 22 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for wide
Adjective
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Following last Friday’s oil price surge in the wake of Israel’s airstrikes on Iran, the oil markets have begun to settle given a sense that a broader regional conflict may be avoidable.—
Robert Rapier,
Forbes.com,
16 June 2025
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But, like all industrious publishers, Dunton had broader ambitions: to seed new publics for his writing.—
Merve Emre,
New Yorker,
16 June 2025
Adjective
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The center said no one on campus was hurt, despite the extensive damage.—
Rebecca Rosman,
NPR,
15 June 2025
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Boelter – a husband and father, according to an online biography – has touted an extensive background in security and military training, according to an ABC News review of his online presence and professional history.—
Bill Hutchinson,
ABC News,
15 June 2025
Adverb
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It’s been quite a year for Kathy Bates and Billy Bob Thornton, who both lead hit shows.—
Emily Longeretta,
Variety,
15 June 2025
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While that is quite close to the FOMC’s target, it was dragged down by a decline in energy prices.—
Simon Moore,
Forbes.com,
15 June 2025
Adjective
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In her papers, there were thick scrapbooks of Christmas cards, many from fellow-celebrities—Berg clearly adored Christmas.—
Emily Nussbaum,
New Yorker,
9 June 2025
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Jane is heard asking the male escort to wear a condom, but is interrupted by Combs, whose voice appears thick and slurred, as music pulsed in the background.—
Cheyenne Roundtree,
Rolling Stone,
8 June 2025
Adjective
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Trump is unhappy with Musk’s outburst, but Republicans are downplaying the effect on their agenda bill Trump confirmed their relationship has soured, with Musk repeatedly blasting the president’s sweeping domestic agenda bill in recent days and a public fight on social media on Thursday.—
Matt Egan,
CNN Money,
6 June 2025
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Known for her intimate, sultry sound, Claudio now pushes past her established aesthetic, creating a sweeping, conceptual world that mirrors her personal and artistic evolution.—
Steve Baltin,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
Adverb
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Finding a donor fast can mean the difference between life and death.—
Charles Trepany,
USA Today,
16 June 2025
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In fact, over the past year the average price of electricity in the U.S. has grown 87% faster than the overall Consumer Price Index.—
Patrick Gleason,
Forbes.com,
16 June 2025
Adjective
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Driving through deep water can also affect a vehicle's mechanical and electrical systems.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
15 June 2025
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The shootings happened at a time when political leaders nationwide have been attacked, harassed and intimidated amid deep political divisions.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
15 June 2025
Adverb
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This wisdom applies perfectly to brands seeking to connect with young consumers.—
Rupert Lee-Browne,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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Her ensemble featured a simple yet striking little black dress with a semi-sheer bodice and a voluminous, inflated hemline, perfectly paired with dainty black mules and matching arm cuffs on both wrists.—
Mecca Pryor,
Essence,
10 June 2025
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“Wide.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wide. Accessed 19 Jun. 2025.
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