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allargamento

widening

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Also means

expansion

Usage Note

Allargamento is the noun from allargare ('to widen, to expand'). It is used both literally (allargamento di una strada, 'widening of a road') and figuratively (allargamento dell'UE, 'EU enlargement'). The antonym is restringimento ('narrowing'). In music, allargando is a related term meaning to slow and broaden the tempo.

Examples

"L'allargamento dell'autostrada è previsto per l'anno prossimo."

Natural Translation

The widening of the motorway is planned for next year.

Literal Translation

The widening of-the motorway is planned for the year next.

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