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broaden

verb

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Meaning

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To make something wider, larger, or more extensive; to expand its scope or range.

Example Sentence

The field trip helped broaden the students' view of different cultures.

Usage Note

Use 'broaden' when describing the act of making something—like knowledge, experience, or a physical space—more extensive or wider. It works well in academic or everyday contexts to convey growth or expansion.