widen

/ˈwaɪdən/
verb
  1. To become or make something wider in size or extent.
    • The city plans to widen the main road to reduce traffic jams.
    • As the river flows downstream, it widens into a large estuary.
    • He used a special tool to widen the opening of the pipe.
  2. To increase in scope, range, or variety.
    • The company wants to widen its product line to attract new customers.
    • Reading widely helps widen your vocabulary.
    • Traveling can widen your understanding of different cultures.
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