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as in small
small in degree
there's a remote chance that it'll rain today, so I brought an umbrella
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as in distant
having or showing a lack of friendliness or interest in others
his grandfather had been a somewhat remote figure, at least until they got to spend a summer together
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as in away
not close in time or space
a permanent base on Mars is likely to happen only in the remote future
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Recent Examples of remote
There is even a remote possibility for a few flurries in the highest peaks of the Sierra on Saturday and Sunday nights with temps briefly below freezing.
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Sean MacAday,
Sacbee.com,
26 June 2026
Equipped with precise fire source targeting and stable remote operation, the robot can access high-risk areas that may be too dangerous for human responders.
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Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
26 June 2026
Gracie's escape Gracie escaped her enclosure at the remote property about 100 miles west of San Antonio earlier this month.
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Steven Rosenbaum,
CBS News,
26 June 2026
The constellation helps fill coverage gaps from international satellites, spot fires in remote terrain and build more detailed models of fire behavior.
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ABC News,
26 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for remote
Sean MacAday,
Sacbee.com,
26 June 2026
Equipped with precise fire source targeting and stable remote operation, the robot can access high-risk areas that may be too dangerous for human responders.
—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
26 June 2026
Gracie's escape Gracie escaped her enclosure at the remote property about 100 miles west of San Antonio earlier this month.
—
Steven Rosenbaum,
CBS News,
26 June 2026
The constellation helps fill coverage gaps from international satellites, spot fires in remote terrain and build more detailed models of fire behavior.
—
ABC News,
26 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for remote
Recent Examples of Synonyms for remote
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Name the worry out loud, then choose a small boundary that protects your energy, such as turning off notifications during a demanding task.
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People milled about clutching small rainbow flags from the human rights organization Outright International.
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Assemblymember Alex Bores, had 35%, followed by Schlossberg, who trailed in a distant third with less than 11%.
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Wet paint auctions feel like a distant memory, with frivolous, speculative art buying, especially from 2020 to 2022, now being passé.
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This secluded island located just across the sound from popular Hilton Head has been hiding in plain sight for years.
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Out back, a secluded courtyard and soaking pool await.
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This significant fan support would have created a de facto away game for Canada, impacting both team psychology and referee decisions.
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Every World Cup, teams unveil a home and an away jersey.
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For a team that began the season with off days coming at a premium, a brief stretch with two open dates is a respite from the wear and tear of a long season.
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His shot diet is already optimized for the league, his frame holds up in physical matchups and his off-ball activity gives coaches a willing piece to weave into screen and handoff actions.
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They got approved for a mortgage on a £150,000 (about $198,441) two-bedroom, semi-detached house in Seaham, England.
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Olise has purposefully cultivated a kind of detached non-persona.
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In the evening, Banff’s newest late-night spot, The Dusty Boot Saloon, channels cowboy country motifs through nostalgic saloon energy and a lively dance hall, stage for live music and hidden lounges.
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Further investigation determined that the videos came from a hidden camera installed in one of the church's changing rooms and bathrooms.
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While the artist’s work resonates with audiences around the world, Miami’s deep Caribbean and Latin American cultures, central to the city’s identity, may allow many visitors to connect in a deeper way.
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The delightful and deceptively deep family mystery comedy stars Hugh Jackman as an English shepherd (Hugh Jackman) who is found dead.
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“Remote.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/remote. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.
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