far-reaching

adjective

far-reach·​ing ˈfär-ˌrē-chiŋ How to pronounce far-reaching (audio)
Synonyms of far-reachingnext
: having a wide range or effect

Examples of far-reaching in a Sentence

to the pioneers the far-reaching prairies seemed like an endless sea of grass
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Economists and leaders have warned of far-reaching effects if energy prices remain high, from rising prices on food and other basics to higher rates for mortgages and auto loans. Arkansas Online, 26 Mar. 2026 Thursday’s vote is among the most far-reaching actions yet in that campaign. Garrett Shanley, Miami Herald, 26 Mar. 2026 That could soon change under language included in House Bill 5340, a more far-reaching solar bill that is working its way through the General Assembly. John Moritz, Hartford Courant, 25 Mar. 2026 Economists and leaders have warned of far-reaching effects if energy prices remain high — from rising prices on food and other basics to higher rates for mortgages and auto loans. Jon Gambrell, Fortune, 25 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for far-reaching

Word History

First Known Use

1586, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of far-reaching was in 1586

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“Far-reaching.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/far-reaching. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.

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far-reaching

adjective
far-reach·​ing
-ˈrē-chiŋ
: having a wide range, influence, or effect
a far-reaching decision

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