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widespread

[wahyd-spred] / ˈwaɪdˈsprɛd /


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Energy and fuel costs rose sharply in all districts as a result of the Iran war, while input-cost pressures beyond energy were also widespread.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 15, 2026

But it’s still not widespread in my experience.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

Whilst I understand and support people's right to protest, it is important to reflect at this stage that I don't think we would benefit from widespread disruption.

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

China’s 15th Five-Year Plan targets widespread quantum computer availability by 2030, backed by an estimated $16 billion in state support.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

This table gives approximate dates of widespread adoption of significant developments in three Eurasian and four Native American areas.

From "Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies" by Jared M. Diamond




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