Spread out

Pronunciation: /ˈspɹɛd ˈaʊt/

Spread out (verb)

  1. To move or place things so they take up a larger space instead of being close together.
  2. To move away from each other so there is more space between people or objects.
  3. To arrange events or work so they happen over a longer period, not all at once.

Examples

  • The map shows how the trail spreads out across the valley.
  • The crowd spreads out to cover wider area during the event.