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to broaden
01
to expand or enlarge the size or dimensions of something
Transitive: to broaden a passage or space
Examples
The city council plans to broaden the sidewalks downtown to accommodate more pedestrians.
02
to become wider or to increase in breadth
Intransitive
Examples
As the river flowed downstream, it began to broaden, forming a wide expanse of water.
03
to become larger in scope or range
Intransitive
Examples
As she explored different genres of music, her tastes began to broaden.
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