Spread far and wide In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "spread far and wide", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Yourpig Huyen calendar 2021-06-24 09:06

Meaning of Spread far and wide

Synonyms:

Expand on the large scale.

Spread far and wide phrasal verb

To expand or disseminate on a large scale and affect many individuals or many localities, especially to the general public.

The singer's fame spread far and wide.

The company wants to keep this scandal of the actress, which means we need to make sure it doesn't spread far and wide.

Other phrases about:

from Dan to Beersheba

From a place which is outermost to another

hither, thither, and yon

1. Everyplace
2. In several directions. 
 

Grammar and Usage of Spread far and wide

The verb "spread" should be conjugated according to its tense.

More examples:

Western commercial culture has spread far and wide. Therefore, it is easy for us to find fast food restaurants in every corner of the globe.

Origin of Spread far and wide

This phrase derives from an Old English work dating from about the year 900.

The Origin Cited: www.proverbmeaning.com .
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