far and wide
adverb
variants
or less commonly far and near
: in every direction : everywhere
searched far and wide
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Examples of far and wide in a Sentence
we searched far and wide for a surgeon who could perform that delicate operation
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The conservative corners of the internet agreed and shared the exchange far and wide.
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Philip Wegmann, Orlando Sentinel, 1 Feb. 2025
People far and wide travel to Gobbler’s Knob to witness Phil's prediction.
—Amaris Encinas, USA TODAY, 29 Jan. 2025
The net has been cast far and wide, but there is a focus on finding the right candidate rather than sorting a quick fix.
—Patrick Boyland, The Athletic, 7 Jan. 2025
Chastain's victory in multiple races, including an unforgettable move at Martinsville Speedway, captured attention far and wide.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 29 Dec. 2024
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Philip Wegmann, Orlando Sentinel, 1 Feb. 2025
People far and wide travel to Gobbler’s Knob to witness Phil's prediction.
—Amaris Encinas, USA TODAY, 29 Jan. 2025
The net has been cast far and wide, but there is a focus on finding the right candidate rather than sorting a quick fix.
—Patrick Boyland, The Athletic, 7 Jan. 2025
Chastain's victory in multiple races, including an unforgettable move at Martinsville Speedway, captured attention far and wide.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 29 Dec. 2024
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“Far and wide.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/far%20and%20wide. Accessed 16 Feb. 2025.
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