Definition of afar
:from, to, or at a great distance
- roamed afar
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So Gentry has taken the path less traveled, something Grant has used to keep fueling Gentry's motivation from afar.
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Upton struggled a bit at the end, but was able to complete the training routine that involved a series of aerobic exercises and running as her fiance, Detroit Tigers pitcher Justin Verlander, watched from afar.
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These messages travel at the speed of light, wash over whatever is in their path, and are easily detected from afar.
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From afar, Venezuela’s capital appears to burn day and night.
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Despite the disappointment, a source close to the family has said Kardashian’s mom, Kris Jenner, helped from afar while on vacation with boyfriend Corey Gamble in St. Tropez.
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The last time one of these exhibitions came to Prague, a few years ago, Mr. Benda seethed from afar as protests failed to close it down.
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From afar, Sabrina Gschwandtner’s captivating work is pure pattern, color and light.
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But the Trumps are still able to close ranks from afar.
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Origin and Etymology of afar
Middle English afer, from on fer at a distance and of fer from a distance
Examples of afar in a Sentence
the experienced birder was able to identify birds from afar
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A proud observer from afar is Fenwick coach Kyle Perry, who coached Farmer for two years an assistant under Perry's late father, Dave, and for two years as head coach.
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In one stunning photo, the couple stands in front of a clearing, Jason staring afar, Ashley gazing at the camera.
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First Known Use of afar
14th century
afar Synonyms
Synonyms
mile, country mile, far cry, long haulAntonyms
hair, inch, step, stone's throwRelated Words
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Definition of afar for Students
:from, at, or to a great distance
- wandered afar
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