as in extensive
having considerable extent
as the river nears the end of its long journey to the sea it becomes quite expansive in breadth
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Recent Examples of expansive
Despite this expansive language, legal experts say the FCC has little room under the law to deny license renewals.
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ArsTechnica, 29 Apr. 2026
The buyout includes an expansive range of activities and event on its schedule.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 29 Apr. 2026
The park is one of the largest in New England, known for its expansive lineup of thrill rides and its Hurricane Harbor water park.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 29 Apr. 2026
Its 144Hz refresh rate and 1ms response time ensure your digital interactions are fluid and lag-free, while its 43-inch screen size provides an expansive canvas for both high-stakes work and immersive play.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 28 Apr. 2026
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ArsTechnica, 29 Apr. 2026
The buyout includes an expansive range of activities and event on its schedule.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 29 Apr. 2026
The park is one of the largest in New England, known for its expansive lineup of thrill rides and its Hurricane Harbor water park.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 29 Apr. 2026
Its 144Hz refresh rate and 1ms response time ensure your digital interactions are fluid and lag-free, while its 43-inch screen size provides an expansive canvas for both high-stakes work and immersive play.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 28 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for expansive
Adjective
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My daughter’s learning disabilities required extensive intervention.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Apr. 2026
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The Broncos’ third-round pick didn’t take a top-30 visit or have extensive pre-draft communication with Denver, as the organization typically keeps its board close to its vest.—
Luca Evans,
Denver Post,
25 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The race came amid a broader power struggle between the two sides of City Hall early in both Mamdani and Menin’s leadership, but the election will also have a more immediate impact.—
Josephine Stratman,
New York Daily News,
29 Apr. 2026
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The legislation passed with broad bipartisan support in the Senate, but some Republicans rejected the bill, opposing earmarking millions more to maintain the fortified Capitol and equip it with the staff necessary to keep the screenings going.—
Caroline Cummings,
CBS News,
28 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Unveiled in early April, Mythos is purportedly able to detect and exploit vulnerabilities in a wide range of critical software.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
30 Apr. 2026
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The 23 Best Restaurants in Portland, Oregon This city may specialize in farm-to-table, but today there's new energy—and a wider range of culinary influences.—
Hannah Wallace,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Towering columns and sweeping walls of gas and dust dominate the scene.—
Keith Cooper,
Space.com,
24 Apr. 2026
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Set against the sweeping natural landscape of the eponymous island.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
24 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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But for many, the occasion carried a deeper meaning, one centered on those who dreamed of connecting Los Angeles to Chicago by road generations before them.—
Audrey Pachuta,
Chicago Tribune,
1 May 2026
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The songs were radiant, ecstatic, and cleansing, a deep exhale from a band freed from boardroom expectations.—
Dan Stahl,
New Yorker,
1 May 2026
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“Expansive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/expansive. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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