a long way
noun
: a great distance
Their house is a long way (away) from here.
She went a long way to see him.
—often used figuratively in various phrasesThese changes will go a long way toward/towards making the system more efficient.
We've done a lot of work already, but we have a long way to go.
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Such a review would be consistent with NASCAR's evolving policies on aggressive driving, often allowing drivers to regulate their own actions unless something crosses a the line by a long way.
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Dan Perry, Newsweek, 3 Mar. 2025
From fire infusions to bringing our floral motifs into the artisanal cocktails, these nuances will go a long way in separating us from what’s currently being done in San Francisco.
—Chelsea Davis, Forbes, 3 Mar. 2025
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At the end of the day, small talk is meant to be lighthearted and enjoyable, and a little humor and compassion go a long way, Sah said.
—Taylor Nicioli, CNN, 3 Mar. 2025
Moving forward, the concerted effort to expand the industry and blend cannabis culture with pop culture will go a long way toward normalizing the plant and helping adult-use consumers and medical patients freely improve their health and wellness without negative public perception.
—Peter Su, Rolling Stone, 3 Mar. 2025
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Dan Perry, Newsweek, 3 Mar. 2025
From fire infusions to bringing our floral motifs into the artisanal cocktails, these nuances will go a long way in separating us from what’s currently being done in San Francisco.
—Chelsea Davis, Forbes, 3 Mar. 2025
Related article Why the dinner party is a declining art
At the end of the day, small talk is meant to be lighthearted and enjoyable, and a little humor and compassion go a long way, Sah said.
—Taylor Nicioli, CNN, 3 Mar. 2025
Moving forward, the concerted effort to expand the industry and blend cannabis culture with pop culture will go a long way toward normalizing the plant and helping adult-use consumers and medical patients freely improve their health and wellness without negative public perception.
—Peter Su, Rolling Stone, 3 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for a long way
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“A long way.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/a%20long%20way. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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