WIDELY Synonyms: 19 Similar and Opposite Words

widely

adverb

as in universally

across a large area, group, or range Originally invented in the United States, baseball is now a widely played sport around the world.

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance

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Examples of widely in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web However, the International Brotherhood of Teamsters and International Association of Fire Fighters’ decisions not to endorse anyone, after backing Biden in 2020 and historically supporting Democrats, were widely seen as blows to Harris. —

Sara Dorn, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024 Similar versions of the claim also circulated widely. —

Joedy McCreary, USA TODAY, 31 Oct. 2024 Economists’ crystal balls are cloudy, and estimates for the headline number vary widely, with some saying the economy could even have lost jobs last month. —

Alicia Wallace, CNN, 31 Oct. 2024 Headed into the pandemic, the company was widely seen as a powerhouse portfolio of brands backed by a rock-steady supply chain. —

Evan Clark, WWD, 30 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for widely

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