widen
Example Sentences
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There is little doubt that, if the Houthis do continue - and intensify their attacks - it will mark a new escalation and widening of the war.
From BBC
The cells produced much less nitric oxide, which helps blood vessels relax and widen, and more endothelin-1, which causes vessels to tighten.
From Science Daily
Lawyers representing the women are calling for the trust to widen the scope of reviews and go back further.
From BBC
As spring progresses, the gap between sunrise and sunset will keep widening until the summer solstice on 21 June when daylight will be at its peak.
From BBC
The scope of the inquiry has been widened to cover alleged human trafficking.
From BBC
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