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as in extending
to extend outwards from or as if from a central point
The suburbs sprawl for miles beyond the city's downtown.
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as in sitting
to rest with the arms and legs spread out
There's no feeling like sprawling out on your bed after a hard day's work.
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Recent Examples of sprawling
Just as the light turned golden, her aunt took a sprawling portrait of both families on the patina-ed porch.
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Elise Taylor, Vogue, 23 Dec. 2024
Jolie, Wildland is a 190-seat restaurant inside a sprawling 10,000-square-foot space.
—Kaila Yu, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
In addition, sources told the outlet that the actual ceremony was slated to take place on Kevin Costner’s sprawling 160-acre estate and individual private mansions would be rented out for guests to stay.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 23 Dec. 2024
Royal Family Christmas Traditions Charles and Queen Camilla will spend Christmas at Sandringham, the royal family's sprawling estate in Norfolk, as the royals do every year.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
The sprawling case puts a spotlight on crisis publicists, who typically remain behind the scenes but have become the story here, with four separate agencies engulfed in the spectacle.
—Tatiana Siegel, Variety, 23 Dec. 2024
This lays in stark contrast to the doctors who have become the proverbial elves of healthcare, toiling under the sprawling dominion of administrative entities.
—Richard Menger Md Mpa, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
Physicians, reduced to middle managers in sprawling bureaucracies, bear the responsibility for patient outcomes while wielding diminishing control over the healthcare process.
—Richard Menger Md Mpa, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
Written and produced by John Hughes, the irreverent and indelible holiday staple follows an 8-year-old who must defend his family’s sprawling Chicago home from two dim-witted robbers after his family members accidentally abandon him while en route to their Christmas vacation in Paris.
—Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 21 Dec. 2024
Elise Taylor, Vogue, 23 Dec. 2024
Jolie, Wildland is a 190-seat restaurant inside a sprawling 10,000-square-foot space.
—Kaila Yu, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
In addition, sources told the outlet that the actual ceremony was slated to take place on Kevin Costner’s sprawling 160-acre estate and individual private mansions would be rented out for guests to stay.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 23 Dec. 2024
Royal Family Christmas Traditions Charles and Queen Camilla will spend Christmas at Sandringham, the royal family's sprawling estate in Norfolk, as the royals do every year.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
The sprawling case puts a spotlight on crisis publicists, who typically remain behind the scenes but have become the story here, with four separate agencies engulfed in the spectacle.
—Tatiana Siegel, Variety, 23 Dec. 2024
This lays in stark contrast to the doctors who have become the proverbial elves of healthcare, toiling under the sprawling dominion of administrative entities.
—Richard Menger Md Mpa, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
Physicians, reduced to middle managers in sprawling bureaucracies, bear the responsibility for patient outcomes while wielding diminishing control over the healthcare process.
—Richard Menger Md Mpa, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
Written and produced by John Hughes, the irreverent and indelible holiday staple follows an 8-year-old who must defend his family’s sprawling Chicago home from two dim-witted robbers after his family members accidentally abandon him while en route to their Christmas vacation in Paris.
—Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 21 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sprawling
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The Knicks picked up their 14th win in the last 18 games with a dominant wire-to-wire 139-125 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Monday night, extending their winning streak to four games.Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 24 Dec. 2024
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In reality, many programs continue for years without Congress extending their authorization.Howard Gleckman, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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The Rockets came into Christmas Eve riding a three-game winning streak, now sitting at 20-9 and up to second overall in the Western Conference, behind just the Oklahoma City Thunder.Rahat Huq, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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Coach Doc River played the role of Secret Santa by sitting the Bucks’ two biggest stars — Giannis Antetokounmpo, who was dealing with back spasms, and Damian Lillard, who was out with a non-COVID-19 illness.Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 24 Dec. 2024
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Last month, the Biden administration proposed further expanding access to the drugs for enrollees in Medicare and Medicaid.Katy Golvala, Hartford Courant, 24 Dec. 2024
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Many are expanding across markets.Alex Lazarow, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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Those affected may have chronic low back pain, stiffness, and radiating pain into the buttocks or legs, aggravated by activities that involve bending or lifting.Sarah Jividen, Health, 20 Dec. 2024
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Beyond the dust of Liverpool’s dock road and the huge lorries rolling in and out of the city’s port, the glass panels of Everton’s new home at the Bramley-Moore Dock sparkle impressively, radiating ambition.Simon Hughes, The Athletic, 20 Dec. 2024
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The tropical getaway was filled with memorable moments, including photos of Koa soaking up the sunshine, lounging in the pool in sunglasses that matched his dad’s and posing with his proud parents.Jane LaCroix, People.com, 23 Dec. 2024
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The set comes with a pair of wide-leg sweatpants and a matching half-zip sweatshirt, each made from soft, stretchy material that’s great for a variety of activities like lounging around the house or going out for a walk.Clara McMahon, People.com, 23 Dec. 2024
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Sleep is self care In a world that values productivity above all else, women often feel guilty about resting or prioritizing well-being.Sofía Esquivel, Glamour, 24 Dec. 2024
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One factor to consider, however, which The Athletic’s projection can’t totally factor in yet, is whether the Chiefs would be resting their starters in Week 18.James Boyd, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
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He can be seen relaxing, mingling with locals and waiving to the camera while on a stroll.Toria Sheffield, People.com, 23 Dec. 2024
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Audible's format allows listeners to engage with these transformative ideas while commuting, exercising, or relaxing at home.Jennifer Jay Palumbo, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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“Sprawling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sprawling. Accessed 6 Jan. 2025.
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