widen

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The latest data drop from the weight-loss rivals looks set to widen that gap.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

Will America deliver economic opportunity to more of its people—or will the gap between the extraordinarily successful and struggling widen?

From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026

The LGA is also concerned that this "fragmented approach" could widen the gap between health and social care, and she called on the government to work with local councils.

From BBC • May 30, 2026

Then an exogenous shock to the system happens and access to capital closes as stock prices fall and credit spreads widen.

From MarketWatch • May 27, 2026

He saw her eyes widen, her face getting redder.

From "Six of Crows" by Leigh Bardugo