far-reaching

adjective

ˈfär-ˌrē-chiŋ How to pronounce far-reaching (audio)
Definition of far-reachingnext
as in extensive
having considerable extent to the pioneers the far-reaching prairies seemed like an endless sea of grass

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Recent Examples of far-reaching Scientists say the combination could have far-reaching consequences for marine life. — Denis Akbari, USA Today, 24 July 2026 But some grassroots activists, on both the Left and Right, have sought far-reaching state-level rules. — Victoria Baeza Garcia, The Washington Examiner, 23 July 2026 The levies, which take effect on Friday, will ramp up an effort to reconstruct far-reaching duties struck down by the Supreme Court earlier this year. — Max Zahn, ABC News, 23 July 2026 How the two leaders get along now could have far-reaching effects. — Daniela Suarez, NBC news, 22 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for far-reaching
Recent Examples of Synonyms for far-reaching
  1. extensive
  2. broad
  3. wide
  4. sweeping
  5. deep
  6. comprehensive
  7. expansive
Adjective
  • There’s also an swanky Indian restaurant, Indian Accent, for authentic upscale dishes and an extensive global wine list.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Aug. 2026
  • Over the past few years, Boots has been delving into its extensive data to test and try products and began introducing stand-alone beauty retail concepts, the latest of which opened in Bristol earlier this month.
    — Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of extensive
Adjective
  • The broader Great American AI Act seeks one federal baseline, while antitrust and chatbot bills target risk-sharing, labeling and consumer deception.
    — Paulo Carvão, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
  • The big retailers have also struggled in the past to capture a broader slice of the healthcare pie.
    — Kevin Williams, CNBC, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of broad
Adjective
  • The move has drawn a wide range of responses in Northern California.
    — Lizzie Kane, Sacbee.com, 31 July 2026
  • This pillow has a wide and long design for full coverage of your back.
    — BestReviews, Mercury News, 31 July 2026
Definition of wide
Adjective
  • Enterprise Mobility offers a sweeping sustainability program, including a carbon offset option that allows customers to purchase carbon credits from third-party partner Terrapass at the time of rental.
    — Christopher Elliott, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
  • China has now codified that drive in a sweeping new ethnic unity law, which came into force July 1.
    — CNN Money, CNN Money, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of sweeping
Adjective
  • The pair ended practice with a touchdown off a deep toss from Young to McMillan with Jackson, again, in coverage.
    — Mike Kaye, Charlotte Observer, 31 July 2026
  • In an era dominated by physical defenders, Baresi distinguished himself through his reading of the game, redefining the sweeper role by combining defensive authority with the ability to launch attacks from deep.
    — CNN Money, CNN Money, 31 July 2026
Definition of deep
Adjective
  • This enables comprehensive pre-arrival planning, reducing friction for guests and maximizing ancillary revenue for hotels.
    — Jeff Fromm, Forbes.com, 30 July 2026
  • What’s New Think of this as a comprehensive refresh rather than an all-new model.
    — Howard Walker, Robb Report, 29 July 2026
Definition of comprehensive
Adjective
  • The expansive menu includes dozens of items ranging from Rosemary Infused Gruyere Mac & Cheese and Black Mussels Opal Basil for appetizers to French Pot Roast and Pork Osso Bucco for dinner.
    — Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 2 Aug. 2026
  • In fact, the root system of a mature tree is often two to four times the diameter of the tree’s crown, which means those expansive roots are quite likely taking up residence on your side of the property line.
    — Samantha Johnson, Martha Stewart, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of expansive

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