world-wide

Example Sentences

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It’s a conundrum that central banks of developed countries world-wide are facing, with many choosing to stand pat on rates for now while stressing concern about the uncertain outlook.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

The research, which is entitled 'What are the main reasons for the world-wide decline in pollinator populations?', suggests that many of the threats to pollinators result from human activities.

From Science Daily • May 15, 2024

He told the hearing the crash had been of "world-wide interest" and the investigation had been "dragged out".

From BBC • May 9, 2024

"Dickey was larger than life, and his loss will be felt world-wide," the post said.

From Salon • Apr. 18, 2024

Officials at the who began to fear that Nurse Mayinga would become the vector for a world-wide plague.

From "The Hot Zone" by Richard Preston