far and away

adverb

Synonyms of far and awaynext
: by a considerable margin
was far and away the better team

Examples of far and away in a Sentence

that Mexican restaurant is far and away the best in the area
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Social Security is far and away the nation’s most important safety net. Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 8 May 2026 Simmons intercepted Mahomes six times, far and away more than any other player. Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 7 May 2026 He was also named one of Canada's top three players of the tournament at U18 worlds, and was far and away the best player on the ice in their group play finale against Finland. Scott Wheeler, New York Times, 4 May 2026 The Valkyries have far and away exceeded their Sportico evaluation from last year. Nathan Canilao, Mercury News, 1 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for far and away

Word History

First Known Use

1830, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of far and away was in 1830

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“Far and away.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/far%20and%20away. Accessed 15 May. 2026.

Kids Definition

far and away

adverb
: by a great extent or degree
was far and away the better team
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