as in infinity
a long distance
the recluse lived in a small cabin miles away from his closest neighbor
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Recent Examples of mile
While Perseverance hums along at a feature known as the Jezero crater, about 2,300 miles East the Curiosity rover has been exploring the ancient Gale Crater since 2012.
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Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 12 May 2026
Cartagena, Spain — A Russian cargo ship likely carrying two nuclear reactors for submarines, possibly destined for North Korea, suffered a series of explosions and sank in unexplained circumstances, about 60 miles off the coast of Spain, a CNN investigation has found.
—Pau Mosquera, CNN Money, 12 May 2026
The company has integrated e-cargo delivery bikes into its last-mile operations in some cities over the past few years.
—Annie Palmer, CNBC, 12 May 2026
The quake occurred off the coast of Sanriku at around 4:53 p.m., local time, at a depth of about 11 miles, the meteorological agency said.
—Alex Nitzberg, FOXNews.com, 20 Apr. 2026
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Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 12 May 2026
Cartagena, Spain — A Russian cargo ship likely carrying two nuclear reactors for submarines, possibly destined for North Korea, suffered a series of explosions and sank in unexplained circumstances, about 60 miles off the coast of Spain, a CNN investigation has found.
—Pau Mosquera, CNN Money, 12 May 2026
The company has integrated e-cargo delivery bikes into its last-mile operations in some cities over the past few years.
—Annie Palmer, CNBC, 12 May 2026
The quake occurred off the coast of Sanriku at around 4:53 p.m., local time, at a depth of about 11 miles, the meteorological agency said.
—Alex Nitzberg, FOXNews.com, 20 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mile
Noun
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An infinity-edge pool stretches toward the horizon, while expansive Ipe wood decks, flamed granite terraces, and an outdoor kitchen frame sweeping bay views.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
11 May 2026
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Both the spa and the many on-site dining options at the 338-room lakefront hotel take inspiration from the Pacific Northwest region, while a seasonal lakefront infinity-edge swimming pool and private beach offer a picturesque setting for cooling off.—
Beth Luberecki,
USA Today,
6 May 2026
Noun
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These are built for the long haul with ultra-soft silicone ear hooks for all-day comfort and a massive 48-hour total playtime.—
Juhi Wadia,
PC Magazine,
7 May 2026
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Calvin Kasulke is taking heart in the long haul.—
Brittany Allen,
Literary Hub,
1 May 2026
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“Mile.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mile. Accessed 14 May. 2026.
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