worldwide
Americanadjective
adjective
Etymology
Origin of worldwide
First recorded in 1625–35; world ( def. ) + -wide ( def. )
Example Sentences
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Comedian, actor and author Kirk Fox has spent most of his life playing: sports, unforgettable characters, and to rooms full of comedy fans worldwide.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 14, 2026
The news has shaken Catholics worldwide, many of whom will have recent memories of Pope Francis's hospital visits.
From BBC ● Oct. 14, 2026
Alexander disease affects fewer than one in every million people worldwide.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 13, 2026
The surgery business was the only one to log a sales decline, falling 0.6% worldwide due to a drop in international revenue.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 13, 2026
Towards the end of the proceedings, Judge de Wet had remarked in passing to Bram Fischer that the defense had generated a great deal of worldwide propaganda in the case.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
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