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 and environmental groups say the consequences can be far-reaching.
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Radina Gigova, CNN Money, 27 May 2026
From Text Readers to Hypertext Users The quantum leap from linear traditional text to hypertext has a series of far-reaching consequences related to hypertext’s multilinear, multiauthored, and multimodal character.
—Carmen Daniela Maier, Encyclopedia Britannica, 26 May 2026
In a community like South Florida, where many residents are sponsoring family members, whether already in the United States or abroad, the consequences of the policy could be far-reaching.
—Syra Ortiz Blanes, Miami Herald, 22 May 2026
With so many familiar faces, the segment became less about getting Colbert to finally take the Questionert himself, and more offering an homage to the host and his far-reaching presence in the comedy world.
—Mekishana Pierre, Entertainment Weekly, 21 May 2026
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Radina Gigova, CNN Money, 27 May 2026
From Text Readers to Hypertext Users The quantum leap from linear traditional text to hypertext has a series of far-reaching consequences related to hypertext’s multilinear, multiauthored, and multimodal character.
—Carmen Daniela Maier, Encyclopedia Britannica, 26 May 2026
In a community like South Florida, where many residents are sponsoring family members, whether already in the United States or abroad, the consequences of the policy could be far-reaching.
—Syra Ortiz Blanes, Miami Herald, 22 May 2026
With so many familiar faces, the segment became less about getting Colbert to finally take the Questionert himself, and more offering an homage to the host and his far-reaching presence in the comedy world.
—Mekishana Pierre, Entertainment Weekly, 21 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for far-reaching
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Every small business article is based on rigorous reporting by our team of expert writers and editors with extensive knowledge of small business products.—
Jasmin Suknanan,
CNBC,
29 May 2026
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But damage to the pad — Launch Complex 36 (LC-36) — could be extensive, judging by the extent of the explosion, which multiple rocket-watchers captured on video.—
Mike Wall,
Space.com,
29 May 2026
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His broad network of advisers includes many prominent figures, including former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, investor Stanley Druckenmiller, and Chevron CEO Mike Wirth, all of whom appeared at his swearing-in last month at the White House.—
Matt Peterson,
CNBC,
3 June 2026
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Kyiv, Ukraine — Russia launched a large-scale deadly attack on the Ukrainian capital Kyiv early Tuesday, damaging residential buildings, authorities said, as part of a broad offensive on targets across Ukraine.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
2 June 2026
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In mid-January, as Iran crushed wide-scale protests with the mass killing of demonstrators, Israel prepared a covert mission along the Azerbaijan-Iran border, two of the sources familiar with the plans told CNN.—
Tal Shalev,
CNN Money,
5 June 2026
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Centro Histórico is widely considered the best neighborhood for historic stalls and the widest variety, though excellent options cluster near transportation hubs and office buildings throughout the city.—
Lauren Schuster,
Charlotte Observer,
4 June 2026
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In a high-stakes decision that will shape California’s economy for years, air officials late Friday approved a sweeping overhaul of the state’s signature climate program, cap-and-invest.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
30 May 2026
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Universal spent far more than usual to guarantee the security of screenings, assuming responsibility for damages, hiring guards to escort every print of the film, and sweeping movie theatres for bombs.—
Isaac Butler,
New Yorker,
30 May 2026
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That’s a pity, because with further refinement, Girl, Interrupted could go deeper.—
Jackson McHenry,
Vulture,
5 June 2026
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But, of course, the spotlight is on deep discounts and a focus on the marketplace’s Brand+ channel where shoppers can find trusted, global brands (with official product authentication).—
Arthur Zaczkiewicz,
Footwear News,
4 June 2026
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To operate safely in dynamic industrial settings, the robot is equipped with dual front-and-rear LiDAR systems and a comprehensive perception suite.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
2 June 2026
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Kenjura told Crain the police department was working on a comprehensive update to the city’s safety ordinances that will address concerns related to e-scooters and other mobility devices.—
Matthew Adams,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
2 June 2026
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The stateside trek will see Bareilles mixing songs from her new album with favorites from her catalog, giving fans an expansive overview of her decades-long career.—
Preezy Brown,
Rolling Stone,
3 June 2026
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In Chinese medicine, the concept of yang energy, often associated with strength, speed, and expansive movement, offers one model of masculine energy without cultural baggage.—
Paula Chesley,
STAT,
3 June 2026
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“Far-reaching.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/far-reaching. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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