spread outward

Frequency: 7.813.0 per million words

to extend over a larger area from a central point

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Examples (10)

  • The ripples began to spread outward from the center of the pond.
  • As the city grew, its influence started to spread outward into the surrounding regions.
  • The painter carefully blended the colors, allowing them to spread outward from the central brushstroke.
  • From the initial spark, the fire quickly began to spread outward across the dry field.
  • The news of the discovery will inevitably spread outward to the general public.
  • He watched the cracks in the ice spread outward with each step he took.
  • A sense of calm began to spread outward from her, comforting everyone around.
  • The plant's roots spread outward in search of nutrients and water.
  • The sound waves spread outward from the speaker, filling the entire room.
  • The organization's mission has continued to spread outward globally.