as in vision
concern or preparation for the future
thanks to our farsightedness, we had sufficient emergency supplies when the storm knocked out our power
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Recent Examples of farsightedness
Many people with astigmatism have nearsightedness (myopia) or farsightedness (hyperopia).1
LASIK, a laser eye surgery that corrects common vision problems by reshaping the cornea, may help treat people with mild to moderate astigmatism.
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Carrie Madormo, Health, 30 May 2025
Treatment Differences The treatments for nearsightedness and farsightedness are similar.
—Kelly Burch Published, Verywell Health, 6 May 2025
Millions more are expected to experience worsening vision due to myopia (nearsightedness) or hyperopia (farsightedness), conditions that can be fixed with glasses, contacts or surgery.
—Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 2 Jan. 2025
The machine can see how the eyes are focusing to check for conditions such as nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism.
—Nicole Villalpando, Austin American-Statesman, 12 Dec. 2024
My farsightedness has apparently been getting worse – requiring me to sit further away from my 13-inch Chromebook.
—Scott Kramer, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
Millions more are expected to experience worsening vision due to myopia (nearsightedness) or hyperopia (farsightedness), conditions that can be fixed with glasses, contacts or surgery.
—Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 2 Jan. 2025
The machine can see how the eyes are focusing to check for conditions such as nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism.
—Nicole Villalpando, Austin American-Statesman, 12 Dec. 2024
Nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism are other forms of refractive errors.
—Maxine Lipner, Verywell Health, 23 Oct. 2024
Carrie Madormo, Health, 30 May 2025
Treatment Differences The treatments for nearsightedness and farsightedness are similar.
—Kelly Burch Published, Verywell Health, 6 May 2025
Millions more are expected to experience worsening vision due to myopia (nearsightedness) or hyperopia (farsightedness), conditions that can be fixed with glasses, contacts or surgery.
—Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 2 Jan. 2025
The machine can see how the eyes are focusing to check for conditions such as nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism.
—Nicole Villalpando, Austin American-Statesman, 12 Dec. 2024
My farsightedness has apparently been getting worse – requiring me to sit further away from my 13-inch Chromebook.
—Scott Kramer, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
Millions more are expected to experience worsening vision due to myopia (nearsightedness) or hyperopia (farsightedness), conditions that can be fixed with glasses, contacts or surgery.
—Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 2 Jan. 2025
The machine can see how the eyes are focusing to check for conditions such as nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism.
—Nicole Villalpando, Austin American-Statesman, 12 Dec. 2024
Nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism are other forms of refractive errors.
—Maxine Lipner, Verywell Health, 23 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for farsightedness
Noun
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Part of the Beyond Green collection, the property was founded on a vision of preserving the land, wildlife, and nomadic culture and traditions of Mongolia’s people.—
Chloe Berge,
Outside Online,
17 June 2025
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The team is working through these early adjustments while maintaining their vision for what GAIA can become.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
17 June 2025
Noun
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The White House has not officially addressed the vision behind the redecoration or the providence of some of the decor.—
Jesus Mesa,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 May 2025
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The internationalisation of the awards season has been on full display in recent years, both in terms of foreign language movie success, voter makeup and the providence of these films.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
3 Mar. 2025
Noun
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After living under a state government often characterized by inaction, regression or outright hostility to such progressive values, California’s governance is a relative model of responsiveness and foresight.—
DeAndre Evans,
Mercury News,
25 June 2025
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May this article inspire you to take proactive steps to explore options and prepare for the care your parents deserve, with compassion and foresight.—
Glenn Llopis,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2025
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In all negotiations, prudence cannot be sacrificed.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
18 June 2025
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Waugh: Fundamentally, Newcastle want to significantly bolster Howe’s squad while maintaining financial prudence.—
Chris Waugh,
New York Times,
12 June 2025
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“Farsightedness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/farsightedness. Accessed 2 Jul. 2025.
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