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as in expansion
a wide space or area
a great breadth of land awaited those who were brave and hardy enough to settle it
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as in scope
an area over which activity, capacity, or influence extends
the breadth of his knowledge on the subject is awesome
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Recent Examples of breadth
To appreciate the breadth of Williams’ film career, just look at some of the other titles: E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial, Jurassic Park, Saving Private Ryan, Empire of the Sun, Lincoln and The Fabelmans, among the endless list of collaborations with Spielberg which makes up a good chunk of the movie.
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Pete Hammond, Deadline, 23 Oct. 2024
Still, what happened after Trump issued an executive order on research security just days before leaving office underscores the breadth of support for restrictions.
—Byjeffrey Mervis, science.org, 16 Oct. 2024
In recent years, several CCM and Gospel artists have made their Grand Ole Opry debuts as the Opry continues welcoming a breadth of genres to its stage, including Wilson, for King & Country, We the Kingdom, CAIN, Blessing Offor and Naomi Raine.
—Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 1 Nov. 2024
Synthesizing a breadth of insights assembles more comprehensive solutions.
—Jonathan H. Westover, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
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Pete Hammond, Deadline, 23 Oct. 2024
Still, what happened after Trump issued an executive order on research security just days before leaving office underscores the breadth of support for restrictions.
—Byjeffrey Mervis, science.org, 16 Oct. 2024
In recent years, several CCM and Gospel artists have made their Grand Ole Opry debuts as the Opry continues welcoming a breadth of genres to its stage, including Wilson, for King & Country, We the Kingdom, CAIN, Blessing Offor and Naomi Raine.
—Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 1 Nov. 2024
Synthesizing a breadth of insights assembles more comprehensive solutions.
—Jonathan H. Westover, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for breadth
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Sit-down chain restaurants may be the quintessential American business, beginning with the expansion of Howard Johnson's after World War II as families got in the car and started to travel.Alana Semuels, TIME, 5 Nov. 2024
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The growth of the yachting industry in Dubai owes much to the expansion of state-of-the-art marinas and second-to-none yacht crew and refit facilities.Dubai Tourism Contributor, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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And reference images can help narrow the scope of the output to keep it within a specific color palette or use specific patterns or textures.Kate Irwin, PCMAG, 12 Nov. 2024
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The gap between the launch and international distribution acquisition is unusually long for TV, but includes scope for future episodes of the drama.Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 5 Nov. 2024
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Dubai Harbour’s 20-million-square-foot expanse, for example, can accommodate up to 700 vessels, including superyachts up to 160 meters in length.Dubai Tourism Contributor, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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Parts of the area now look like an extension of the Balearic Sea after unprecedented rainfall turned what should be dry ground into a vast expanse of water, satellite imagery captured on October 30 shows.Mary Gilbert, CNN, 31 Oct. 2024
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The city faces a deep political divide on key policy questions, such as the extent to which the large police budget should be preserved over other city services in upcoming budget talks.Shomik Mukherjee, The Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2024
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To the extent that a reader has any questions regarding the applicability of any specific issue discussed above to his/her individual situation, he/she is encouraged to consult with the professional advisor of his/her choosing, including a tax advisor and/or attorney.Amy Wagner and Steve Hruby, The Enquirer, 6 Nov. 2024
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Rhesus monkeys are typically 19-21 inches in length, weigh around 12-17 lbs., and can become aggressive if provoked.Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 7 Nov. 2024
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Dubai Harbour’s 20-million-square-foot expanse, for example, can accommodate up to 700 vessels, including superyachts up to 160 meters in length.Dubai Tourism Contributor, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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Additional carrots for Ukraine are most likely to be found in the economic realm.Richard Haass, Foreign Affairs, 4 Nov. 2024
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When conflicts exist outside the U.S. realm, money tends to flow to U.S. Treasurys as a safe-haven investment.Sanford Mann, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
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From the Sports Desk UofL Football: After a rocky start to the season, Louisville football has used two key wins to build its confidence heading into the final stretch of the season.Ray Padilla, The Courier-Journal, 6 Nov. 2024
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Zoom in: The gubernatorial race between Republican Sen. Mike Braun, Democrat Jennifer McCormick and Libertarian Donald Rainwater has gotten heated in the election's home stretch.Arika Herron, Axios, 5 Nov. 2024
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Long range competition shooters use them religiously.Michael Hanback, Outdoor Life, 7 Nov. 2024
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Which is why the salon also offers a range of services to help it last: wigs-only highlights, washing, setting, trendy cuts, and dye services, starting at around $250.Talia Lavin, Curbed, 7 Nov. 2024
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“Breadth.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/breadth. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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