wide-ranging
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of wide-ranging
First recorded in 1810–20
Example Sentences
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Blanche’s wide-ranging memo benefited the industry broadly, including his own investments, ethics experts said.
From Salon
Some of Javice’s legal expenses, like cellulite butter, were already made public during a court hearing last month, but Monday’s filing details a wide-ranging list of charges the bank takes issue with.
His wide-ranging use of the legally-binding directives has been nothing short of historic: He has signed more than 200 executive orders on everything from TikTok to tariffs since taking office in January.
From Barron's
The UK is also currently in talks with the US about a wide-ranging tech deal.
From BBC
Carr, Trusty and Gomez were testifying at a wide-ranging hearing that discussed the FCC’s role in policing the airwaves and station ownership rules, among other topics.
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