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
But inside the White House, there is broad agreement that Trump has laid the foundation for vast and far-reaching changes that will alter the federal government and American society.
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Arkansas Online, 28 Apr. 2025
Russia has effectively rejected a U.S. proposal for an immediate and full 30-day halt in the fighting by imposing far-reaching conditions.
—Illia Novikov, Los Angeles Times, 28 Apr. 2025
In a virtual press conference on Monday, April 28, program providers and advocates said dismantling Head Start would have far-reaching consequences for the Texas economy and workforce by taking away services that help children thrive and allow parents to go to work.
—Lina Ruiz, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 Apr. 2025
While the Trump administration has expressed optimism about a deal to cut the tariffs, even lower ones could have far-reaching effects.
—Pablo Robles, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2025
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Arkansas Online, 28 Apr. 2025
Russia has effectively rejected a U.S. proposal for an immediate and full 30-day halt in the fighting by imposing far-reaching conditions.
—Illia Novikov, Los Angeles Times, 28 Apr. 2025
In a virtual press conference on Monday, April 28, program providers and advocates said dismantling Head Start would have far-reaching consequences for the Texas economy and workforce by taking away services that help children thrive and allow parents to go to work.
—Lina Ruiz, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 Apr. 2025
While the Trump administration has expressed optimism about a deal to cut the tariffs, even lower ones could have far-reaching effects.
—Pablo Robles, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for far-reaching
Recent Examples of Synonyms for far-reaching
Adjective
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Teams may resist new workflows or technologies, requiring extensive training and communication efforts.—
Prashanthi Kolluru,
Forbes.com,
28 Apr. 2025
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His extensive pitch repertoire and his stuff haven’t been an issue.—
David O'Brien,
New York Times,
28 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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While the broader impact of the administration's funding pause remains unclear, the escalating battle has brought many of the university's key research projects, including studies on Alzheimer's disease and cancer treatment, to a halt.—
Zachary Schermele,
USA Today,
30 Apr. 2025
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The film's broad cultural influence extends beyond the entertainment industry.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
29 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Pan stressed the importance of providing customers with a wide range of customization options.—
Lauren Carpenter,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
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During the course of the case, Grossman requested a wide range of documentation, related to OSA records, the alleged victim’s mental health, her email communication with Taylor and her hospital records, according to court filings.—
Nate Gartrell,
Mercury News,
19 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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In-state tuition waivers for undocumented students are set to end July 1, part of a sweeping immigration bill passed in the Florida legislature.—
Clara-Sophia Daly,
Miami Herald,
19 Apr. 2025
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Medications were exempt from the sweeping tariffs imposed and then paused earlier in April.—
Madeline Mitchell,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The Orioles scored the first run of the game in the second inning when Ramón Laureano ripped an RBI double to deep center.—
Gary Phillips,
New York Daily News,
29 Apr. 2025
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As well as their three strikes, Dortmund had the ball in the back of the net twice more after Pascal Gross and Julian Brandt made deep runs behind Barcelona’s defensive line to race through on goal.—
Mark Carey,
New York Times,
28 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Earlier this month, the Chinese government escalated things even further, subjecting seven rare earth elements to a more comprehensive export licensing program that covers the whole world and is designed to further choke off American companies.—
Zeyi Yang,
Wired News,
23 Apr. 2025
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Scientists with the forensic genetic genealogy lab based in Texas were able to build a comprehensive genetic profile using existing data for the then-unknown woman and ultimately found her identity.—
Audrey Conklin,
FOXNews.com,
23 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Nestled between 14th Street and 10th Avenue, just West of the High Line and just south of Little Island Park, the venue’s expansive windows offer a view of these iconic destinations.—
Scotty Reiss,
Forbes.com,
21 Apr. 2025
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Oh My Soul has an expansive outdoor dining area that was named runner up for best patio in CharlotteFive’s Readers’ Choice best patio poll.—
Samantha Husted,
Charlotte Observer,
21 Apr. 2025
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“Far-reaching.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/far-reaching. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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