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
Beth Krietsch, SELF, 7 Apr. 2025
Celestial Park, with its wide stretches of concrete pathways, and Isle of Berk, with its meandering walkways and uncovered queues, were both particularly hot under the blazing Florida sun.
—Adrian Ruhi, Miami Herald, 7 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
Recent research in the journal Nature Microbiology shows an association between eating a wide range of plants and the presence of lots of beneficial bacteria in the gut.
—Beth Krietsch, SELF, 7 Apr. 2025
Celestial Park, with its wide stretches of concrete pathways, and Isle of Berk, with its meandering walkways and uncovered queues, were both particularly hot under the blazing Florida sun.
—Adrian Ruhi, Miami Herald, 7 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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And questions are sharper than ever about the pluses and minuses of the billionaire’s broader political role after conservative candidate Brad Schimel was comfortably defeated by his liberal opponent Susan Crawford in Tuesday’s Wisconsin Supreme Court election.—
Niall Stanage,
The Hill,
5 Apr. 2025
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The cuts are part of a broader effort to trim the Pentagon's $850 billion budget.—
Newsweek Staff,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The procedure was part of an extensive repair job that included transplants of his meniscus and other cartilage throughout his knee.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Apr. 2025
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Its manufacturers have also set up extensive operations in third countries like Vietnam and Cambodia, in part to take advantage of potentially lower US duties.—
Simone McCarthy,
CNN Money,
10 Apr. 2025
Adverb
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There are few experiences that encapsulate the magic of New York City quite like seeing a Broadway show.—
Judy Koutsky,
Forbes.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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The northern lights have been quite active from certain areas across the United States, giving stargazers a unique opportunity to catch a glimpse of the rare phenomenon.—
Skyler Caruso,
People.com,
4 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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On his first day in office, Trump signed a sweeping executive order halting the development of onshore and offshore wind projects.—
David Williams,
Baltimore Sun,
7 Apr. 2025
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The case, known as House vs. NCAA, or simply the House settlement, offers a sweeping reimagination of how high-level college athletics should work: Schools sharing revenue with student-athletes.—
Becky Sullivan,
NPR,
7 Apr. 2025
Adverb
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Carbon dioxide can make plants grow bigger and faster, and produce more flowers, which leads to more pollen.—
Umair Irfan,
Wired News,
5 Apr. 2025
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Act fast to snag the exclusive deal since it’s not guaranteed to last through the weekend.—
Clara McMahon,
People.com,
5 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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This one from interior designer Kelly Wearstler has four breakfast plates, four bowls, four coffee cups and saucers, four starter plates, four dinner plates, and four deep plates, all ceramic and dishwasher-safe.—
Erika Owen,
Vogue,
5 Apr. 2025
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Those were the same Rockets that famously ditched the concept of playing traditional centers by trading Clint Capela at the deadline, leaning into small-ball lineups that spaced the floor and launched from deep.—
Shane Young,
Forbes.com,
5 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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But for something well-rounded, ideally appointment and perfectly located, this is easily the best stay in the city.—
Christopher Cameron,
Robb Report,
9 Apr. 2025
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“Wide.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wide. Accessed 18 Apr. 2025.
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