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broad

Definition for broad

adjective as in wide physically

adjective as in full, obvious

Strongest matches

clear, explicit, straightforward

Strong matches

open, plain

adjective as in liberal-minded

adjective as in indecent, vulgar

noun as in (offensive) a woman

Weak matches

sweet thing, tootsie

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Example Sentences

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The protests began on 25 September triggered by anger over persistent power and water shortages, and have escalated into broader dissatisfaction over corruption, high unemployment and the cost-of-living crisis.

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However, in the broader economic picture, he felt there were increased risks US stock markets were overheated.

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She added that she sees Alberta oil as a key player in "a broader and complete renegotiation" of the North American free trade agreement, USMCA, "that benefits everyone".

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Sir Keir Starmer said his government needed to "go further" than the measures it announced last week, which will grant police forces broader powers to restrict repeat protests.

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Outside, its low-sloped roof, wide eaves, textured wood and brick surfaces, and its shaded porch set behind broad overhangs are welcoming and human scaled.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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