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widespread

/ˈwaɪdˌspriːd/ adjective · British & US
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What does widespread mean?

adjective

Extending over a large area or affecting many people; widespread is often used to emphasize the extent or degree of something.

Example

"The company's new product has become widespread across the globe."

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