on a global scale

idiom

: in relation to the entire world
The war could impact the economy on a global scale.

Examples of on a global scale in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Blood and water The Atlantic current system distributes heat and nutrients on a global scale, much like the human circulatory system distributes heat and nutrients around the body. Jerry McManus, The Conversation, 30 May 2024 Her response captured the duality of modern Jewish identity — vulnerable on a global scale, as only 0.2 percent of the world population and the subject of centuries of prejudice but wielding significant power in some contexts, most obviously the Israeli state. Charles Homans Gabra Zackman Anna Diamond Quinton Kamara, New York Times, 29 May 2024 This narrative serves as a vital voice that deserves to be heard on a global scale. Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 22 May 2024 While such initiatives are well-intended, Iyer said not nearly enough action has been taken to ensure people facing disparities are getting care—particularly on a global scale. Lindsey Leake, Fortune Well, 21 May 2024 The former act is coming into a superstar moment of sorts of her own, while the latter hit continues to build on a global scale. Rania Aniftos, Billboard, 7 May 2024 With its extensive user base and features, the online community facilitates ongoing engagement on a global scale. Ebony Flake, Essence, 6 May 2024 The West should also prepare for a Russia that inflicts even greater spoliation on a global scale—but not drive it to do so. Stephen Kotkin, Foreign Affairs, 18 Apr. 2024 Previously, she’s also urged British companies to compete on a global scale for talent to retain its attractiveness as a financial destination. Prarthana Prakash, Fortune Europe, 12 Apr. 2024

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“On a global scale.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/on%20a%20global%20scale. Accessed 6 Jun. 2024.

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