widen

Example Sentences

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That gap is projected to widen to 17 times by 2027.

From MarketWatch • May 14, 2026

The divergent path might widen in the years ahead.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 2026

“The supply-demand gap will likely widen further in 2027, with customers already pulling forward 2027 demand due to concerns about shortages,” wrote J.P.

From Barron's • May 11, 2026

As the channels deepen and widen, parts of the ice shelf may thin unevenly, reducing the shelf's overall structural stability.

From Science Daily • May 10, 2026

I can feel my eyes widen at the thought of not having bread and jam.

From "Finding Junie Kim" by Ellen Oh