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broaden

[brawd-n] / ˈbrɔd n /
VERB
extend, supplement
Synonyms
STRONGEST
augment develop enlarge expand increase open up widen
STRONG
fatten grow ream spread stretch swell
WEAK
breadthen
Antonyms
STRONGEST
abridge compress decrease diminish lessen lower narrow shrink
STRONG
concentrate
WEAK
restrict

Example Sentences

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Gold.com has also taken steps to broaden into financial technology.

From Barron's • Apr. 16, 2026

"We now know that we need to broaden our view when looking for early sponges."

From Science Daily • Apr. 15, 2026

Deutsche Bank said earnings growth would broaden out across sectors, with 10 of 11 in positive territory, led by megacap growth and tech.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 9, 2026

"This project, however, shows how working with partners can broaden engagement and demonstrates our enhanced commitment to making our collections available to a wider audience than ever before," he said.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

Mr Lewis's smile seemed to broaden slightly as he said this.

From "The Remains of the Day" by Kazuo Ishiguro