as in very
to a great degree
the solid advice that if you can't say something good about a person, it is far better to say nothing at all
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as in long
lasting for a considerable time
the primitive rafts that ancient peoples built for their far journeys across the wide expanses of Oceania
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as in away
not close in time or space
the dream of someday sending manned spacecraft to explore the far reaches of our solar system
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Recent Examples of far
Christopher R. Marsicano, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
The trend so far this year is not promising, according to Indy Pedestrian Safety Crisis, a website that uses 911 calls to track incidents involving pedestrians and cyclists who are struck.
—Daryl Perry, The Indianapolis Star, 21 Nov. 2024
Jay Nordlinger, National Review, 28 Oct. 2024
Breezy conditions will continue on Thursday with daytime temperatures ranging from the upper 60s in the far northwest to the upper 70s in the far southeast.
—Haadiza Ogwude, The Enquirer, 28 Oct. 2024
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After her second Senate defeat, McMahon shifted her focus to supporting other Republican candidates and became a key donor to GOP causes, further cementing her role as a political influencer.
—Christopher R. Marsicano, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
The trend so far this year is not promising, according to Indy Pedestrian Safety Crisis, a website that uses 911 calls to track incidents involving pedestrians and cyclists who are struck.
—Daryl Perry, The Indianapolis Star, 21 Nov. 2024
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Now 87, Hersh has been a darling of the Left for most of our lives — the far Left.
—Jay Nordlinger, National Review, 28 Oct. 2024
Breezy conditions will continue on Thursday with daytime temperatures ranging from the upper 60s in the far northwest to the upper 70s in the far southeast.
—Haadiza Ogwude, The Enquirer, 28 Oct. 2024
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The tutorials are very informative, and produce real-world results like illuminating an LED, activating a buzzer, and other fun projects).Bob Beacham, Popular Science, 22 Nov. 2024
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On the grill: Believe it or not, grilling is a very healthy way to cook meat.Fred Sassani, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
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Claire and Jamie don't get long in Lallybroch before they are separated yet again.Lincee Ray, EW.com, 23 Nov. 2024
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The long battery life and strong suction are big time-savers because the vacuum quickly picks up messes without needing time to recharge.Cai Cramer, People.com, 23 Nov. 2024
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With Cunha and Joao Gomes inspiring the side further forward, the afternoon carried echoes of some of the memorable away games in O’Neil’s impressive first season in charge.Steve Madeley, The Athletic, 24 Nov. 2024
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Regardless of their significant other's travel plans after a game, Chiefs players are required to travel to and from their away games with the team.Natasha Dye, People.com, 21 Nov. 2024
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Courtney Hiatt, who graduated from the cadet academy in April, said hearing how firefighters dealt with their mental health was extremely helpful.Fernanda Figueroa, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
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The photo instructions in the kit are extremely helpful here.Beka Garris, Outdoor Life, 20 Nov. 2024
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The council discussed this development in September but postponed a vote after a lengthy discussion.Pili Saravia, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
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Emotionally taxing but relieved by passages of cathartic beauty, grace and even humor, this IDFA competition entry deserves delicate handling from discerning specialist distributors, though a lengthy festival run beckons first.Guy Lodge, Variety, 21 Nov. 2024
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Ditto the bits pertaining to his deep connection with his supportive parents (Marco Rica and Susana Ribeiro) as well as his rivalry with racer Alain Prost (Matt Mella).Randy Myers, The Mercury News, 29 Nov. 2024
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Best Walmart Black Friday Upright Vacuum Deals Upright vacuums are essential for deep cleaning your carpets, hardwood floors, and stairs throughout your home.Rachel Trujillo, People.com, 29 Nov. 2024
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What about flat-screen TVs of the 4K variety, and that not terribly long ago retailed for $25,000.John Tamny, Forbes, 26 Nov. 2024
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But as dawn broke, the control room received word that something was terribly wrong.Josh Rottenberg, Los Angeles Times, 20 Nov. 2024
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Wells, who is 60 years old, has averaged almost a book a year for more than three decades, ranging from palace intrigues to excursions into distant worlds populated by shapeshifters.Meghan Herbst, WIRED, 26 Nov. 2024
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Like the distant rumble of an approaching thunderstorm, the collective engine notes hint at the constrained intensity waiting to be unleashed.Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 26 Nov. 2024
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“Far.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/far. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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