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width is wider vs width is more

The correct phrase here is "width is wider." The comparative form of the adjective "wide" is used to compare two things. On the other hand, "more" is typically used with adjectives that have three or more syllables or with adverbs.
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width is wider

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

Use the comparative form of the adjective "wide" (wider) when comparing the width of two objects.

Examples:

  • This table's width is wider than the one we saw yesterday.
  • The river's width is wider after the heavy rain.

Alternatives:

  • This table's width is greater than the one we saw yesterday.
  • The river's width is more extensive after the heavy rain.

width is more

This phrase is not correct in this context. The word "more" is not used to compare the width of objects.

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