broad-gauge

adjective

ˈbrȯd-ˈgāj How to pronounce broad-gauge (audio)
variants or broad-gauged
Definition of broad-gaugenext
as in comprehensive
covering everything or all important points a broad-gauge book about roses that covers just about everything you could want to know about roses

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for broad-gauge
  1. comprehensive
  2. full
  3. complete
  4. panoramic
  5. general
  6. large
Adjective
  • By adopting comprehensive governance frameworks and actively engaging in oversight, boards can successfully and safely navigate the complexities of AI risks.
    Ed Gaudet, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
  • Gutierrez, advocating for a comprehensive immigration reform program intent on expanding migrant access to jobs in America, argued that Allred's move to support a GOP stance on the border runs contrary to bipartisanship.
    Hogan Gore, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
Definition of comprehensive
Adjective
  • Lacey Reynolds, a junior at UT and president of the Onyx Honor Society — UT's first and only Black honors society — said Tuesday's event had more than 500 people in attendance with four full overflow rooms.
    Lily Kepner, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
  • However, as noted earlier, penalties and interest will apply, so the IRS encourages those who cannot pay in full to consider obtaining a loan or find other funds to avoid the costs of an installment agreement with the IRS. And be prepared to wait.
    Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
Definition of full
Adjective
  • The company continues to evaluate avenues for mitigating internal control weaknesses but has deemed complete mitigation impractical due to its limited staff size.
    Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
  • Results will be updated daily at 5 p.m., except weekends, until the counting is complete.
    Jonathan Horwitz, Orange County Register, 6 Nov. 2024
Definition of complete
Adjective
  • The Kimpton Everly, a vibrant 216-room hotel in the heart of Hollywood, offers unrivalled, panoramic views of this famous landmark.
    Caroline Dolby, theweek, 20 Nov. 2024
  • The unit will also feature a private swimming pool with coveted panoramic views of downtown Dubai.
    Sydney Wingfield, Architectural Digest, 19 Nov. 2024
Definition of panoramic
Adjective
  • Probably best known as the longtime Dior executive who developed its fine jewelry and watch division, Nicolas has also worked at Cartier and Sotheby’s before becoming general manager of Printemps’ flagship Haussmann store in 2021.
    Miles Socha, WWD, 21 Nov. 2024
  • Searches for bracelets, in general, are up 25 percent.
    Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 21 Nov. 2024
Definition of general
Adjective
  • Starting with the new year, LVMH will be F1’s largest global partner, according to Maffei.
    Brendan Coffey, Sportico.com, 23 Nov. 2024
  • The setup made the most of the renowned Apollo stage, with a large cream couch on stage right and space for the night’s bands to play to the left.
    Rolling Stone, Rolling Stone, 23 Nov. 2024
Definition of large
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