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to widen
01
to become wider or broader in dimension, extent, or scope
Intransitive
Examples
The river widens as it flows towards the sea.
The gap between the two buildings has widened over the years.
02
to make something broader or larger in extent or scope
Transitive: to widen a surface or passage
Examples
The city council decided to widen the road to accommodate increasing traffic flow.
The contractor widened the doorway to allow for wheelchair accessibility.
03
to adjust or alter clothes to a larger size to accommodate changes in body size or shape
Transitive: to widen clothes
Examples
The tailor widened the waistband of the trousers to provide a more comfortable fit for the client.
The seamstress widened the dress at the hips to allow for more freedom of movement while dancing.
04
to expand or broaden something in scope, range, or area
Transitive: to widen sth
Examples
The company plans to widen its market reach by expanding into new territories.
The government aims to widen access to education by implementing inclusive policies.
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