widespread

Example Sentences

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The widespread protests over Good’s death are an example of just how far people have been pushed, but Arteaga expressed her wish that such outrage could be found earlier.

From Salon

His claims could not be independently verified, but the United Nations rights office said last week the elections were taking place in an environment marked by "widespread repression and intimidation" against the opposition.

From Barron's

At the start of January a spell of notably harsh winter weather brought Arctic winds southwards along with heavy snow, widespread ice and biting temperatures.

From BBC

There were widespread calls for the bishop to step aside after the Channel 4 programme aired, with church leaders calling his position "untenable".

From BBC

But it added: "The regime's widespread mobilisation of security forces is unsustainable, however, which makes it possible that protests could resume."

From Barron's