far and wide

adverb

variants or less commonly far and near

: in every direction : everywhere

searched far and wide

Synonyms of far and wide

• everywhere
• far and near
• all over the place
• in every corner
• high and low
• on all hands

Examples of far and wide in a Sentence

we searched far and wide for a surgeon who could perform that delicate operation

Recent Examples on the Web

Its iconic intrecciato weave has been loved far and wide, not just because of its appearance, but because of its detailed construction that sits quietly—yet makes a statement on its own. —Kevin Huynh, InStyle, 27 Feb. 2026

Today, 15 of the 16 titles for the Series Mania Forum pitch were announced, with projects coming from as far and wide as Kyrgyzstan to Canada. —Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 27 Feb. 2026

For homeowners who prefer to test the waters — and their pricing strategy — before listing their property far and wide, Compass offers the option of marketing their property a couple of different ways. —ABC News, 26 Feb. 2026

And a subset of big-time traders travel far and wide every two or four years just to get in on the action, usually standing outside a venue with a board, blanket or scarf studded with rows of shiny, colorful pins. —Rachel Treisman, NPR, 21 Feb. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for far and wide

• actinide
• aldehyde
• alkoxide
• alongside
• amplified
• arsenide
• beautified
• biocide
• butoxide
• calcified
• ceramide
• certified