Examples of broaden in a Sentence
They need to broaden their understanding of other cultures.
The police have broadened the scope of the investigation.
Her smile broadened when I told her the good news.
The investigation has broadened to include the mayor's staff.
His interests broadened to include art and music, not just sports.
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Polaris All Slingshot models will see powertrain changes that increase horsepower slightly and broaden the torque curve to deliver better acceleration.
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Aaron Turpen, New Atlas, 1 Feb. 2025
Zoom in: Denver Mayor Mike Johnston's defiance against Trump's deportation agenda appears to have broadened the bull's-eye on Colorado's back.
—Alayna Alvarez, Axios, 31 Jan. 2025
When announcing the lineup, Tuttle discussed her wish to broaden the appeal of the festival, as well as keep its political roots.
—Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 30 Jan. 2025
This skills shortage has prompted companies to broaden their search for candidates beyond the cities where they are headquartered.
—Jack Kelly, Forbes, 29 Jan. 2025
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Aaron Turpen, New Atlas, 1 Feb. 2025
Zoom in: Denver Mayor Mike Johnston's defiance against Trump's deportation agenda appears to have broadened the bull's-eye on Colorado's back.
—Alayna Alvarez, Axios, 31 Jan. 2025
When announcing the lineup, Tuttle discussed her wish to broaden the appeal of the festival, as well as keep its political roots.
—Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 30 Jan. 2025
This skills shortage has prompted companies to broaden their search for candidates beyond the cities where they are headquartered.
—Jack Kelly, Forbes, 29 Jan. 2025
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“Broaden.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/broaden. Accessed 6 Feb. 2025.
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