Collocation Dictionary
Common collocations with widespread in American Collocation
widespread
adjective
What are red words?
Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.
These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
What are red words?
Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
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The use of calculators in examinations is becoming an increasingly widespread practice.
now
There is still widespread famine, poverty, disease and suffering.
belief
Our research indicates that this perception is widespread.
worry
There is widespread unease about this proposal.
anger or criticism
The research programme found evidence of widespread dissatisfaction.
lack of trust
This has produced widespread disillusionment among workers.
lack of knowledge
There is a widespread misconception that genetics is a difficult subject.
support
Several films were produced, to widespread critical acclaim.
There is widespread recognition of the need for accountability.
use
The widespread use of pesticides upsets the natural balance.
publicity
There has been widespread coverage in many national newspapers.
damage
The widespread destruction of woodland has made life harder for many animals.
social problems
Widespread corruption was brought to light.