The spread
Example: The spread shows how quickly information travels
Definition
"The spread" refers to the extent or range over which something, such as information, influence, or physical material, moves or expands. It indicates how widely or rapidly the subject disperses across a given area or among people.
Etymology
The phrase "the spread" derives from the verb 'spread,' which originates from Old English 'spreadan,' meaning 'to stretch out' or 'extend.' Over time, 'spread' evolved to describe the action or result of something expanding or distributing over a surface or area.
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"The spread" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B1) - set 2", containing 113 commonly used words.
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