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spectrum

noun

ˈspek-trəm

Definition of spectrum

as in range

the distance or extent between possible extremes the complete spectrum of opinions on this hotly debated subject

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Recent Examples of spectrum Advertisements extending beyond traditional commercial breaks to include live presenter endorsements and real-time odds promotions have sparked a fresh wave of indignation, with politicians across the political spectrum calling for tighter controls. — ABC News, 3 July 2026 On the opposite end of the history spectrum, the Valentine Museum and the John Marshall House will host the Aaron Burr Treason Trial Tour on August 28. — Heather Bien, Southern Living, 1 July 2026 Researchers recently visualized a set of images across a spectrum of red, white, and blue hues compiled by the Chandra X-ray Observatory as well as the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST). — Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 2 July 2026 One critical action taken in response to the communication failures on 9/11 was the establishment of FirstNet, a nationwide public safety broadband network operating on the dedicated 700 MHz spectrum. — Mariam Sorond, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for spectrum

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Whereas the federal incentive may have been enough to spark interest in a range of buyers, Moody said the lesser amount will probably appeal mainly to people who already have their eye on an EV.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2026
Events listed on the calendar range from neighborhood gatherings and historical commemorations to concerts, family activities and civic engagement programs.

— Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 3 July 2026

Definition of range

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The monitor also utilizes 99% of the sRGB color gamut, as well as HDR10, to create vivid colors and striking contrast.

— George Yang, PC Magazine, 29 June 2026
Another Adams County favorite for farm-to-table cuisine, Sign of the Buck in the 1804 Union Hotel serves dishes that run the gamut from braised venison to a pork belly banh mi sandwich to a crab cake eggs Benedict at brunch.

— Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 27 June 2026

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