far and wide

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Adverbial far and wide has 1 sense

far and wide, far and near - over great areas or distances; everywhere; "he traveled far and wide"; "the news spread far and wide"; "people came from far and near"; "searched for the child far and near"

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Term: Far and Wide

Definition:

Adverb phrase

Far and wide means over a great distance or in many different places.

Senses:

1. Used to describe a wide area or extent:

Example: The news spread far and wide about the upcoming concert.

2. Used to describe extensive searching or traveling:

Example: We searched far and wide for the missing keys.

3. Used to describe widespread or extensive occurrence:

Example: The influence of the artist's work could be seen far and wide.

4. Used to describe a great diversity:

Example: People from far and wide came to attend the festival.

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