widened
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Now parts of the pavements are being widened to make it a more pleasant place to spend time, though many Aberdonians are weary of the disruption, and of new traffic restrictions.
From BBC ● Sep. 27, 2026
The 10-year OAT-Bund yield spread widened to 105.5 bps on Friday; it closed at 100.7 bps on Monday, according to LSEG.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 22, 2026
The Dodgers widened their lead in the division to 9 1/2 games — before the conclusion of the Padres’ game against the Rockies.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 17, 2026
Land is being cleared for a military radar and a remote airfield widened for heavy aircraft.
From Barron's ● Sep. 16, 2026
Joe’s eyes widened when he saw that Darryl was holding a fistful of cash.
From "Trouble at the Arcade (The Hardy Boys: Secret Files, #1)" by Franklin W. Dixon
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