widespread

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While so-called "Jewish terrorism" has drawn widespread condemnation both in Israel and abroad, little has been done to curb it.

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026

The Tempi disaster provoked widespread anger and protest across Greece.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

The doll, one of the most popular toys in Mattel’s inventory, has struggled to garner sales, despite gaining momentum in 2023, when the “Barbie” movie had widespread success.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

Though the fallout from the war is widespread, banks’ economic sensitivity, and their prior hot streak, have put the sector under particular pressure.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

Apparently the majority learned from mistakes; after this time, archaeologists don’t see this kind of widespread erosion, though they do see lots and lots of maize.

From "1491" by Charles C. Mann