widen

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The backwardation really began to form at the onset of the war in late February, continued to widen until April 2 and has since tightened a bit, according to Dow Jones Market Data.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 13, 2026

“There’s a real risk artificial intelligence could widen wealth inequality,” BlackRock BLK -0.10%decrease; red down pointing triangle Chief Executive Officer Larry Fink wrote in his annual shareholder letter in March.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

Will the gap between value and growth continue to widen?

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

In the UK, VAT is charged at 20% compared to 13.5% in Ireland, and that gap is set to widen with the rate for food-led hospitality dropping to 9% in the summer.

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

Dad’s eyes widen in surprise that gives way to some embarrassment.

From "Linked" by Gordon Korman