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Recent Examples of long-range
And looking ahead, thanks to this long-lasting cold pattern, long-range forecasters are warning of a large storm later this week and into the upcoming weekend that could pose a widespread risk of snow and even ice over a large swath of the nation.
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Doyle Rice, USA Today, 19 Jan. 2026
The only survivor from this time last year did, in fairness, net two goals before the end of 2024-25, so the centre-back’s consistently ambitious long-range efforts haven’t been entirely in vain.
—Michael Cox, New York Times, 17 Jan. 2026
The Wild then killed a Jets power play, only to see the momentum disappear in an instant, when a turnover at the blue line and a long-range slap shot put Winnipeg ahead by three again.
—Jess Myers, Twin Cities, 16 Jan. 2026
The Defense Department could send fighter planes stationed at bases in the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Jordan and Qatar or launch long-range Tomahawk missiles from destroyers deployed in the area, according to defense officials.
—Filip Timotija, The Hill, 16 Jan. 2026
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Doyle Rice, USA Today, 19 Jan. 2026
The only survivor from this time last year did, in fairness, net two goals before the end of 2024-25, so the centre-back’s consistently ambitious long-range efforts haven’t been entirely in vain.
—Michael Cox, New York Times, 17 Jan. 2026
The Wild then killed a Jets power play, only to see the momentum disappear in an instant, when a turnover at the blue line and a long-range slap shot put Winnipeg ahead by three again.
—Jess Myers, Twin Cities, 16 Jan. 2026
The Defense Department could send fighter planes stationed at bases in the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Jordan and Qatar or launch long-range Tomahawk missiles from destroyers deployed in the area, according to defense officials.
—Filip Timotija, The Hill, 16 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for long-range
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Flag waving, immigration restriction, and culture-war rallying cries can shore up the MAGA-tech coalition, but more will be needed to achieve lasting success.—
Walter Russell Mead,
The Atlantic,
24 Jan. 2026
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Exposure to lead can cause lasting problems with a child’s growth, learning and behavior, according to the release.—
Aurora Beacon-News,
Chicago Tribune,
23 Jan. 2026
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The company is monitoring forecasts closely as an extended period of below-freezing temperatures is expected, along with widespread snow, freezing rain, and ice.—
S.E. Jenkins,
CBS News,
22 Jan. 2026
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According to the National Weather Service, Texas, Louisiana, Arkansas, Mississippi, Alabama, Tennessee, Georgia, and the Carolinas face a significant threat of extended power outages due to heavy ice accumulation.—
Matt Randolph,
Forbes.com,
22 Jan. 2026
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It’s been a strenuous 18-year fall from grace since Susan Sarandon handed the magnificent disaster his Golden Globe, his longtime buddy Bruce Springsteen mugging with glee as a standing ovation crowd cheered him on.—
Steve Garbarino,
HollywoodReporter,
22 Jan. 2026
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Under the cooler, standing water covered the floor.—
David J. Neal,
Miami Herald,
22 Jan. 2026
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The letter cited Boise City Code, which prohibits selling or advertising unlimited alcoholic drinks for a single price.—
Rose Evans,
Idaho Statesman,
8 Jan. 2026
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Applicants can submit up to five pieces per entry, with unlimited submissions allowed, at a $20 fee per entry.—
Mona Darwish,
Oc Register,
8 Jan. 2026
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Validation, on the other hand, is unconditional.—
Julie Kratz,
Forbes.com,
25 Jan. 2026
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According to Rhode Island General Laws, Section 6-13-10, this merchandise can be considered an unconditional gift without any obligation on the recipient's part to the sender.—
Bailey Allen,
The Providence Journal,
16 Jan. 2026
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“Long-range.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/long-range. Accessed 29 Jan. 2026.
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