worldwide
Americanadjective
adjective
Etymology
Origin of worldwide
First recorded in 1625–35; world ( def. ) + -wide ( def. )
Example Sentences
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The BLS, like many statistics agencies worldwide, has faced a number of challenges in recent years with declining survey response rates and dwindling resources.
From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026
A/Prof Neuen said, "Taken together, these findings suggest that expanding the use of finerenone in patients with CKD has the potential to meaningfully reduce kidney failure and cardiovascular complications for millions of people worldwide."
From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026
With operations spread across Europe, the U.S., and India, the Luxembourg-based steel maker is relatively protected and could benefit from higher steel prices worldwide, they add.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026
Lucha Libre Voz, an independent professional wrestling company based in California and Arizona, will host its worldwide championship match between Tigre Uno and Septimo Dragon.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026
Later that evening, the KGB issued a worldwide alert to its agents that Vitaly Yurchenko had gone missing.
From "Spies: The Secret Showdown Between America and Russia" by Marc Favreau
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