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Example Sentences
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Over the past few days Iberia has been battered by Storm Regina, bringing heavy rain, strong winds and widespread disruption.
From BBC
The Home Office said the action was being taken due to what it said was widespread visa abuse.
From BBC
Cognizant of widespread fears about additional layoffs, Paramount Chief Operating Officer Andrew Gordon took steps this week to try to tamp down such concerns.
From Los Angeles Times
The deadly incident led to widespread reform and congressional action to regulate the small passenger-boat industry, with new requirements for escape hatches, smoke detectors and other safety measures.
From Los Angeles Times
Meanwhile, confusion about the attack’s ends and means is widespread.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
