1
as in extensive
having considerable extent
it could once be said that the sun never set on the far-flung British Empire
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2
as in away
not close in time or space
traveled to far-flung towns that had not seen a doctor in years
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Recent Examples of far-flung
The brand has presented the Métiers d’Art line, timed around the pre-fall season, in cities as far-flung as Tokyo; New York; Rome; Edinburgh, Scotland; Salzburg, Austria, and Dallas.
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Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 17 July 2025
This year’s fresh lineup of home-field and far-flung journeys spotlights delectable food, warm friendships, picturesque landscapes, dazzling discoveries, spirited camaraderie and laughter galore.
—Laura Manske, Forbes.com, 18 June 2025
Photo courtesy of Margarita Bravo Designer Margarita Bravo’s projects are as far-flung as her inspirations.
—Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 29 May 2025
Photo: Courtesy of the Oberoi Group This is the second wildlife resort for Oberoi, the luxury hospitality brand with outposts scattered across some of the most covetable and far-flung destinations on the planet.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 23 May 2025
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Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 17 July 2025
This year’s fresh lineup of home-field and far-flung journeys spotlights delectable food, warm friendships, picturesque landscapes, dazzling discoveries, spirited camaraderie and laughter galore.
—Laura Manske, Forbes.com, 18 June 2025
Photo courtesy of Margarita Bravo Designer Margarita Bravo’s projects are as far-flung as her inspirations.
—Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 29 May 2025
Photo: Courtesy of the Oberoi Group This is the second wildlife resort for Oberoi, the luxury hospitality brand with outposts scattered across some of the most covetable and far-flung destinations on the planet.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 23 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for far-flung
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The extensive archaeological study covered an area of over three-quarters of a mile.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Nov. 2025
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His work has been so extensive, France’s minister of culture awarded him the prestigious Chevalier de l’ordre des Arts et des Lettres this year.—
Paige Reddinger,
Robb Report,
8 Nov. 2025
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McCarthy’s stat line wasn’t that impressive – 14-for-25 passing for 143 yards, two touchdowns and an interception – but the second-year man from Michigan showed incredible moxie to navigate a tricky away game against the two-time defending division champions.—
Kyle Feldscher,
CNN Money,
3 Nov. 2025
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On March 22, one week into the season, midfielder Savannah DeMelo had a medical incident in the middle of an away game against Bay FC, which required her to be transported to the hospital.—
Tamerra Griffin,
New York Times,
3 Nov. 2025
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The Supreme Court granted the president broad immunity for official acts committed during his presidency.—
NPR,
NPR,
11 Nov. 2025
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So far this year, both Berkshire's Class A and Class B shares have risen nearly 10%, outperforming most defensive stocks, though lagging slightly behind the broader market.—
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CNBC,
11 Nov. 2025
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In another imaging campaign, API, assisted by AMIGO, was able to produce detailed images of a black hole jet, the volcanic surface of Jupiter's moon Io, and stellar winds emanating from a distant variable star.—
Tereza Pultarova,
Space.com,
5 Nov. 2025
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Although the technology to use helium-3 remains distant, its potential value continues to drive long-term interest in lunar and asteroid resource development.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
5 Nov. 2025
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Madani also said that the collapse of basic infrastructure could spark wider unrest.—
Emma Bussey,
FOXNews.com,
10 Nov. 2025
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This could make for an intriguing shootout between Maye and Baker Mayfield, who is playing the best ball of his career and has the Tampa Bay Buccaneers off to a 6-2 start despite rampant injuries along his offensive line and wide receiving unit.—
Mike Jones,
New York Times,
9 Nov. 2025
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The tall high-rise buildings not demolished in Gaza City are seen in the far distance.—
Daniel Estrin,
NPR,
7 Nov. 2025
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The transit tax earned some of its biggest gains from the central city and NoDa area, which has access to an active line, and one precinct on the far north end of the county around Davidson, which is anticipating access to a line.—
Caitlin McGlade,
Charlotte Observer,
7 Nov. 2025
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The Cavaliers ended the Heat’s season in dominant fashion, sweeping Miami in their first-round playoff series in April.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
11 Nov. 2025
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World Athletics sets the rules, handles drug testing and organizes the championships, among other duties, but still doesn’t have the power to make the more sweeping changes Lyles thinks track and field needs.—
Ian Servantes,
Footwear News,
11 Nov. 2025
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Driving through deep water can also affect a vehicle's mechanical and electrical systems.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
8 Nov. 2025
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Gjoshe had suffered a deep wound to his upper arm and had to wait until Tuesday for surgery.—
Philip Buckingham,
New York Times,
8 Nov. 2025
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“Far-flung.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/far-flung. Accessed 14 Nov. 2025.
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