by far

phrase

Synonyms of by farnext
: far and away
is by far the best runner

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Who'd have thought that this thin sliver of soft sand would be the most popular beach on the island, and by far? — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 July 2026 Youth development This is, by far, the main structural impediment to success. — Kevin Baxter, Twin Cities, 13 July 2026 Youth development and the pay-for-play system This is, by far, the main structural impediment to success. — Los Angeles Times, 12 July 2026 Whatever its international echoes, the exhibition incited local responses by far-right entities. — Ara H. Merjian, ARTnews.com, 10 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for by far

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First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of by far was in the 15th century

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