how far

phrase

: to what extent, degree, or distance
didn't know how far to trust them

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George wanted the exhibition to convey how far the destruction extended, reaching beyond downtown Miami and Miami Beach, affecting communities across South Florida and Seminole settlements in the Everglades. — Miguel Sirgado, Miami Herald, 22 Oct. 2026 New campaign finance filings released Tuesday night show millions flowing into House districts that were barely competitive two years ago, underscoring how far the GOP's problems have spread in the final weeks of the campaign. — Luke Fountain, CNBC, 21 Oct. 2026 So, how far would Prop 1 really go — and are opponents’ concerns legitimate? — Sarah Cutler, Idaho Statesman, 20 Oct. 2026 Its constituent parties disagree over how far cooperation with Zionist parties should extend. — Tamir Sorek, The Conversation, 20 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for how far

Word History

First Known Use

1527, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of how far was in 1527

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“How far.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/how%20far. Accessed 26 Oct. 2026.

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