broaden
Example Sentences
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Congress made the affirmative decision to broaden its grant of birthright citizenship from the earlier statute.
From Slate • Apr. 1, 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
The panoramic view and shifting of perspectives broaden the book’s interest but detract from its focus.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026
“This transaction further diversifies and strengthens our position in oncology as we continue to look for opportunities to broaden our portfolio into other therapeutic areas,” said Merck CEO Robert Davis.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 25, 2026
“I’m just asking that you try. That school was an opportunity for you to see that there’s a big, wide world outside this neighborhood. A chance to broaden your horizons.”
From "Amari and the Night Brothers" by B.B. Alston
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.