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    S'élargissait (en. Was widening)

    /s-e-laʁʒi.sɛ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    To make or become wider.
    The street was widening to accommodate more vehicles.
    La rue s'élargissait pour accueillir plus de véhicules.
    To increase in amplitude or scope.
    The discussions were broadening to include more participants.
    Les discussions s'élargissaient afin d'inclure plus de participants.
    To develop or extend in a figurative sense.
    His field of study was expanding over the years.
    Son champ d'étude s'élargissait au fil des années.

    Etymology

    Comes from the verb 'élargir' derived from the Latin 'latare' which means to make wider.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to broaden one's mind
    To develop one's knowledge or way of thinking.
    s'élargir l'esprit
    to broaden if needed
    To adjust one's strategies or actions according to circumstances.
    s'élargir en cas de besoin
    to broaden to other horizons
    To open up to new experiences or ideas.
    s'élargir à d'autres horizons

    Related Words

    broaden
    To make something wider.
    élargir
    wide
    That has a great width.
    large
    extension
    The action of making something wider or larger.
    extension

    Slang Meanings

    To open up to new possibilities.
    He has really broadened his horizons since he moved.
    Il a vraiment élargi ses horizons depuis qu'il a déménagé.
    To have more choices or options.
    With this new project, opportunities are widening.
    Avec ce nouveau projet, les opportunités s'élargissent.