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Synonyms

wide-ranging

American  
[wahyd-reyn-jing] / ˈwaɪdˈreɪn dʒɪŋ /

adjective

  1. extending over a large area; extensive or diversified in scope.

    wide-ranging lands; a wide-ranging discussion.

Etymology

Origin of wide-ranging

First recorded in 1810–20

Example Sentences

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Jude loves a deep, sarcastic, wide-ranging gabfest — as do all Romanian filmmakers, it seems.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

But it does cause wide-ranging climate impacts that threaten ecosystems.

From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026

The 75-year-old actor reflected on his upbringing, early career, and decades-long relationship with Hawn, 80, in a wide-ranging interview with the Wall Street Journal.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 26, 2026

The singer-songwriter’s ambitious new record blends heady, wide-ranging subject matter with gorgeously atmospheric, guitar-focused arrangements.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026

I refer to things such as good accent and command of language, general knowledge on wide-ranging topics such as falconing or newt-mating - attributes none of which my father could have boasted.

From "The Remains of the Day" by Kazuo Ishiguro

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