spectrum

as in range
the distance or extent between possible extremes the complete spectrum of opinions on this hotly debated subject

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Recent Examples of spectrum The slogans were so jarring that leaders across the political spectrum issued shocked condemnations. Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024 Data is written encoded in an array of data matrices using a 2-D digital micro mirror with up to 2 million elements simultaneously written by femtosecond laser pulses in the UV spectrum with a write speed of 1GB/s and with less than 1W average power. Thomas Coughlin, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024 On the opposite end of the spectrum from lakeside fine dining is Le Balcon du Lac, a brasserie at the peak of the Col de la Forclaz, a 3,800-foot mountain that rises directly behind Talloires. Michael Venutolo-Mantovani, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Dec. 2024 Kaling opted for the complete opposite end of the color spectrum for her announcing duties, wearing a dress courtesy of Rachel Gilbert. Julia Teti, WWD, 11 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for spectrum 
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Noun
  • Montblanc also offers a range of personalized customization services, including the premium custom nib service for Meisterstück writing instruments, allowing customers to create writing tools tailored to their individual preferences and writing styles.
    Fairchild Studio, WWD, 16 Dec. 2024
  • Inside, guests can enjoy a chic black-and-white photo booth and admire mannequins showcasing Skims’ coveted collection in a diverse range of shades.
    Essence, Essence, 16 Dec. 2024
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  • Due to its scale and complexity, the incoming Trump administration should consider creating a Joint Interagency Task Force to focus on the issue and make preparations in case China decides to initiate a conflict with the United States.
    Daniel R. Green, Baltimore Sun, 15 Dec. 2024
  • The shells, scales, and innards pool into streets of piscine slurry that steam in the muggy subcontinental sun.
    Christopher Cameron, Robb Report, 14 Dec. 2024
Noun
  • There’s also support for 100% of the DCI-P3 color gamut.
    Ben Sin, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
  • Many disabled singles may not consider this practical and may not self-identify that way – instead preferring to access a wider gamut of prospective dates.
    Gus Alexiou, Forbes, 26 Nov. 2024

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“Spectrum.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spectrum. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.

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