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to spread; to extend; to expand; to enlarge; to widen; to broaden
to unfold; to open; to unroll; to unwrap
to scatter about; to spread around
to make flourish; to cause to prosper
地図を広げて目的地までの道を確認した。
I spread out the map to check the route to the destination.
両腕を広げて友人を歓迎のハグで迎えた。
I spread my arms wide to welcome my friend with a hug.
子供たちが大きく手を広げた。
The children spread their arms wide.