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range

n. countable
B1 Intermediate Oxford US //ˈɹeɪndʒ// UK //ɹˈeɪndʒ// range Academic Archaic Dialect General-service

n. the set of different things of the same general type. It can also mean the distance between the highest and lowest limits of something, like prices or sounds.

n. the limits between which variation is possible; the complete set of similar things in a category. Often used to describe the extent of a person's abilities or the distance a voice or instrument can reach.


SIMPLE

The shop sells a wide range of organic vegetables.

CONTEXTUAL

The hotel offers a range of prices to suit both budget travelers and luxury guests.

COMPLEX

The soprano's vocal range is truly impressive, spanning three octaves with perfect clarity and emotional depth across every register.

Synonyms
Usage

Commonly used with the preposition 'of' to describe a variety of items.

Pitfall

a wide range from productsa wide range of productsThe noun 'range' is followed by 'of' when describing a selection of items, not 'from'.

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