as in expansion
a wide space or area
the great explorers who crossed the vast expanses of the seven seas in small ships
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Recent Examples of expanse
The debris flow had barreled more than a mile down the mountain, leaving an expanse of mud and rocks.
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Jennifer Berry Hawes, ProPublica, 19 May 2025
Given its expanse into a head-to-toe resort wear outfitter that even trades in unstructured jackets and knitted trainers, how does the label continue to grow without losing sight of its original purpose?
—Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 16 May 2025
The background, a featureless expanse of powder blue, suggests fresh air.
—Deborah Solomon, New York Times, 15 May 2025
The canvas tents, inspired by the original explorers of the Andes, feature outdoor bathtubs and both indoor and outdoor showers, allowing guests to soak in the valley's expanse under the open sky.
—Natalie Stoclet, Forbes.com, 13 May 2025
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Jennifer Berry Hawes, ProPublica, 19 May 2025
Given its expanse into a head-to-toe resort wear outfitter that even trades in unstructured jackets and knitted trainers, how does the label continue to grow without losing sight of its original purpose?
—Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 16 May 2025
The background, a featureless expanse of powder blue, suggests fresh air.
—Deborah Solomon, New York Times, 15 May 2025
The canvas tents, inspired by the original explorers of the Andes, feature outdoor bathtubs and both indoor and outdoor showers, allowing guests to soak in the valley's expanse under the open sky.
—Natalie Stoclet, Forbes.com, 13 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for expanse
Noun
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When scaling disbursed teams, considerations include attracting and retaining the best talent to drive expansion.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2025
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The legislation would implement work requirements for adults enrolled in Medicaid expansion and increase the frequency of eligibility checks to ensure people still qualify for the program.—
Riley Beggin,
USA Today,
23 May 2025
Noun
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The park also has a 3-mile stretch of beach with a gentle cove that is popular with families.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
1 June 2025
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In one early two-minute stretch, Siakam, Aaron Nesmith and Myles Turner each drilled a 3-pointer.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
1 June 2025
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This version of chicken on a stick is simple: an oversized juicy chicken tender that stretches the entire length of a bamboo skewer that’s floured, battered, and fried.—
Ann Taylor Pittman,
Southern Living,
24 May 2025
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From wispy and voluminous, to natural and doll eyed, eyelash extensions represent the lengths Black women go to enhance their existing beauty.—
India Espy-Jones,
Essence,
23 May 2025
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“Expanse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/expanse. Accessed 6 Jun. 2025.
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