a world away from
idiom
: completely different from (something)
This small village is a world away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
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The possibly confused, wound-up Holmes is a world away from Mister Romantic, the long-running alter ego behind Reilly’s new album of romance ballads, What’s Not To Love.
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Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 17 June 2025
The home of about 400 year-round residents, who include fishermen and lobstermen, it’s long been a haven for those seeking peace, quiet and an escape from the heat, a world away from Portland.
—Everett Potter, Forbes.com, 2 June 2025
It’s got indie shops, scenic hikes and cozy cabins that feel a world away from city life.
—Allison Palmer, Charlotte Observer, 14 May 2025
Half a world away from Thailand’s swaying palms, Four Seasons Napa Valley’s enchanting poolside setting boasts its own indigenous beauty — acres of Cabernet vines with sweeping views of the Palisades mountains, modern farmhouse guest rooms and sprawling two-to-four bedroom residences.
—Elycia Rubin, HollywoodReporter, 3 Apr. 2025
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Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 17 June 2025
The home of about 400 year-round residents, who include fishermen and lobstermen, it’s long been a haven for those seeking peace, quiet and an escape from the heat, a world away from Portland.
—Everett Potter, Forbes.com, 2 June 2025
It’s got indie shops, scenic hikes and cozy cabins that feel a world away from city life.
—Allison Palmer, Charlotte Observer, 14 May 2025
Half a world away from Thailand’s swaying palms, Four Seasons Napa Valley’s enchanting poolside setting boasts its own indigenous beauty — acres of Cabernet vines with sweeping views of the Palisades mountains, modern farmhouse guest rooms and sprawling two-to-four bedroom residences.
—Elycia Rubin, HollywoodReporter, 3 Apr. 2025
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“A world away from.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/a%20world%20away%20from. Accessed 3 Jul. 2025.
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