Countrywide (adjective)

1. Extending or spreading throughout a country.
2. Affecting or pertaining to an entire country.

Origin:

Derived from the combination of 'country' meaning 'a nation or territory with its own government' and 'wide' meaning 'extending over a large area.'.

Examples:

1. The countrywide strike brought the economy to a standstill.
2. The countrywide blackout lasted for several hours.
3. The countrywide protest was a response to the government's proposed changes to the pension system.
4. The countrywide election was held to determine the next president of the country.
5. The countrywide survey found that most people are in favor of the new policy.