Happening or existing in many places or among many people. It suggests something is common over a large area or group.
From 'wide' meaning 'broad' or 'far-reaching', and 'spread', meaning 'stretched out.' The compound paints a picture of something spread over a wide space.
You can almost see the word as a map: something starting in one spot and then spreading out until it covers a wide area. It’s a useful shortcut for saying 'this isn’t just a small problem or trend.'
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