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extensively

[ik-sten-siv-lee] / ɪkˈstɛn sɪv li /
ADVERB
widely
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While scientists have learned a great deal about the early stages of learning, much less has been known about what happens after a skill has been practiced extensively and becomes almost effortless.

From Science Daily Jul. 12, 2026

When she was alive, Wilder herself admitted that her novels were extensively embellished, mainly by her daughter Rose Wilder Lane.

From Salon Jul. 11, 2026

High pressure across the UK will keep conditions dry and settled for most over the next two days, allowing the heat to build extensively.

From BBC Jul. 8, 2026

Although she has collaborated extensively with artists, researchers, journalists and technical specialists, she had never directed actors before.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 7, 2026

“I could tell you an extensively strange story,” I warned.

From "Walk Two Moons" by Sharon Creech




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