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widely
01
over a broad area or with a large distance between points
Examples
The streetlights were spaced widely along the highway.
The dancers stood widely apart on the stage.
1.1
to a great extent or amount, especially when emphasizing significant variation or diversity
Examples
Standards vary widely in different regions.
Opinions on the subject differ widely.
02
in a manner that extends across a large geographic area or scope
Examples
Scientists have studied this phenomenon widely across continents.
The disease has spread widely throughout the region.
2.1
in a manner accepted, used, or practiced by a large number of people or throughout many locations
Examples
The new smartphone model is widely available in stores.
The vaccine is widely administered in hospitals nationwide.
2.2
in a manner that covers diverse topics, instances, or situations
Examples
The author 's works are widely studied in literature courses.
The research findings are widely applicable to different cases.
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