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over a broad area or with a large distance between points
- The streetlights were spaced widely along the highway.
- The dancers stood widely apart on the stage.
- The trees were planted widely apart.
- The bridge spans a river that is widely separated from its banks.
- The birds' nests were located widely apart in the forest.
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in a manner that extends across a large geographic area or scope
- Scientists have studied this phenomenon widely across continents.
- The disease has spread widely throughout the region.
- News of the event was reported widely in international media.
- The organization operates widely across several countries.
- His influence in the field is recognized widely.