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
Lawrence Mower, Miami Herald, 19 Apr. 2025
Although, like so many Biblical narratives, the Gospel of Mary was excluded from the canon, scholars contend that the text was in wide circulation among Jesus’ early followers.
—Eliza Griswold, New Yorker, 19 Apr. 2025
Antonio Morales, The Athletic, 24 Mar. 2025
The angel was inspired by a print, Angelus Novus, by his friend Paul Klee, which features a great and beneficent being with his wings spread wide.
—Robert Rubsam, The Atlantic, 24 Mar. 2025
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Adjective
Company spokesperson Cherie Jacobs said the company supports a wide variety of organizations that share its philanthropic priorities.
—Lawrence Mower, Miami Herald, 19 Apr. 2025
Although, like so many Biblical narratives, the Gospel of Mary was excluded from the canon, scholars contend that the text was in wide circulation among Jesus’ early followers.
—Eliza Griswold, New Yorker, 19 Apr. 2025
Adverb
Nickel seems pretty wide open and is a spot where Brown could slide into because there aren’t many other obvious candidates on the roster.
—Antonio Morales, The Athletic, 24 Mar. 2025
The angel was inspired by a print, Angelus Novus, by his friend Paul Klee, which features a great and beneficent being with his wings spread wide.
—Robert Rubsam, The Atlantic, 24 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for wide
Adjective
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The Trump administration has singled out Ivy League universities including Columbia and Harvard for broad federal funding cuts.—
Rae Ellen Bichell and Rachana Pradhan,
CBS News,
17 Apr. 2025
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The group also argues that this cost-sharing approach will not incentivize insurers to return to underserved wildfire-prone areas, undermining Lara's broader Sustainable Insurance Strategy.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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This capability directly addresses use cases involving the analysis of extensive codebases, the summarization of lengthy documents, or maintaining context in prolonged complex interactions necessary for sophisticated AI agents.—
Janakiram MSV,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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Not every outfit in his extensive repertoire may be a hit with his fans.—
Hannah Jackson,
Vogue,
15 Apr. 2025
Adverb
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So there’s a mutual agreement between the two, or mutual benefits, that are quite tolerable—or even pleasurable.—
Mark Holgate,
Vogue,
15 Apr. 2025
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The Chicago Cubs have done a lot to shape their team into a postseason contender over the last few months, and, to this point, it's paid off quite well.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Twangy bass lines thick enough to saw down a redwood tree are shredded with shivers of electric guitar to create a blues sound that cuts a hole straight through the decades.—
David Ehrlich,
IndieWire,
10 Apr. 2025
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This beautiful Easter garland, on sale for $79.99 at Wayfair, is opulent and thick with twigs and pastel eggs that run throughout.—
Nora Colomer,
FOXNews.com,
10 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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In-state tuition waivers for undocumented students are set to end July 1, part of a sweeping immigration bill passed in the Florida legislature.—
Clara-Sophia Daly,
Miami Herald,
19 Apr. 2025
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Medications were exempt from the sweeping tariffs imposed and then paused earlier in April.—
Madeline Mitchell,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
Adverb
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The conservative candidate has also reportedly faced criticism within his own party for not responding fast enough to the threat posed by the U.S. president.—
Caitlin McFall,
FOXNews.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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This happens when water in front of the tire builds up faster than the vehicle's weight can push water out of the way.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
17 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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This deeper level of engagement not only informs new office designs but can increases employees’ sense of ownership of it.—
Ryan Anderson,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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That conversation opened up deeper discussions about beauty standards, authenticity, and the pressure women face to conform.—
Liz Krieger,
Allure,
15 Apr. 2025
Adverb
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The matzo balls that come straight from the box are fluffy, and perfectly salty, and just easier to make.—
Bon Appétit,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
10 Apr. 2025
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The company’s minimalist, open layouts with interactive stations encourage customers to engage directly with products, aligning perfectly with their brand promise of intuitive, user-friendly technology.—
Bryant Richardson,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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“Wide.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wide. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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