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be widespread

VERB
prevail
Synonyms
STRONGEST
abound beat overcome prove reign succeed triumph win
STRONG
best carry command conquer domineer gain master obtain overrule predominate preponderate
WEAK
be common be current be prevalent be usual be victorious come out on top exist generally get there go great guns go places hit pay dirt luck out make it make out move out take off
Antonyms
STRONGEST
fail forfeit lose surrender
STRONG
follow give up yield

Example Sentences

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A Riverside County beekeeper lost millions of bees in last week’s Verona fire and warns that the effects of the devastation will be widespread.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

Tesla CEO Elon Musk says autonomous robo-taxis likely will be widespread in the U.S. by year-end.

From Barron's • May 18, 2026

If the body cannot produce this molecule properly, the consequences can be widespread.

From Science Daily • Mar. 11, 2026

Gales will be widespread with gusts reaching 50-60mph with a few stronger gusts possible in the Hebrides for a short time.

From BBC • Mar. 11, 2026

Therefore, we who are His disciples have been scattered throughout the world in order that His teachings may be widespread and be heard by every ear.

From The Promulgation of Universal Peace by `Abdu'l-Bahá

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