broad-spectrum
adjective
broad-spec·trum
ˈbrȯd-ˈspek-trəm 
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The formula leans on zinc oxide for broad-spectrum protection against UVA and UVB rays, alongside color-correcting pigments to counteract any white cast.
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Kiana Murden, Vogue, 9 July 2025
Choose a broad-spectrum product to protect you from both UVB and UVA rays.
—Sarah Bradley, Health, 1 July 2025
It is recommended that your sunscreen have at least an SPF 30, with water-resistant and broad-spectrum features.
—Mariyam Muhammad, Cincinnati Enquirer, 25 June 2025
The light-to-medium coverage builds to veil imperfections while imparting broad-spectrum UVA/UV SPF 30 protection sans white cast.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 26 June 2025
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Kiana Murden, Vogue, 9 July 2025
Choose a broad-spectrum product to protect you from both UVB and UVA rays.
—Sarah Bradley, Health, 1 July 2025
It is recommended that your sunscreen have at least an SPF 30, with water-resistant and broad-spectrum features.
—Mariyam Muhammad, Cincinnati Enquirer, 25 June 2025
The light-to-medium coverage builds to veil imperfections while imparting broad-spectrum UVA/UV SPF 30 protection sans white cast.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 26 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for broad-spectrum
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“Broad-spectrum.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/broad-spectrum. Accessed 20 Jul. 2025.
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