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
Elie’s brilliant book is a bracing reminder of art’s far-reaching power in matters of the heart and soul.
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Marc Weingarten, Los Angeles Times, 22 May 2025
Tariffs and all their far-reaching implications were predictably a big topic on Wednesday’s call.
—Kevin Stankiewicz, CNBC, 21 May 2025
At the moment, the tangled web of the Heat’s payroll has far-reaching tentacles.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 21 May 2025
Ukraine has offered a comprehensive 30-day ceasefire, which Moscow has effectively rejected by imposing far-reaching conditions, and Zelenskyy proposed a face-to-face meeting with Putin last week but the Russian leader spurned that offer.
—Yehor Konovalov, Chicago Tribune, 20 May 2025
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Marc Weingarten, Los Angeles Times, 22 May 2025
Tariffs and all their far-reaching implications were predictably a big topic on Wednesday’s call.
—Kevin Stankiewicz, CNBC, 21 May 2025
At the moment, the tangled web of the Heat’s payroll has far-reaching tentacles.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 21 May 2025
Ukraine has offered a comprehensive 30-day ceasefire, which Moscow has effectively rejected by imposing far-reaching conditions, and Zelenskyy proposed a face-to-face meeting with Putin last week but the Russian leader spurned that offer.
—Yehor Konovalov, Chicago Tribune, 20 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for far-reaching
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Right whales are identified by individual markings on their heads and bodies, with extensive photo catalogues managed by the New England Aquarium.—
Dinah Voyles Pulver,
USA Today,
23 May 2025
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Drawing from her extensive experience in content development for award-winning productions and emergent networks, Luisa will guide participants through the end-to-end process of production, from concept development to distribution.—
DeMicia Inman,
VIBE.com,
22 May 2025
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Full Story Films will complement Sky Documentaries’ broader commissioning strategy with news-adjacent films for streaming and television.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
23 May 2025
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This is part of a broader political strategy to silence the spaces where LGBTQ youth find safety, community, and the freedom to express themselves.—
Daniel R. Depetris,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 May 2025
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House Speaker Matt Ritter, a Hartford Democrat who controls the agenda, keeps a close eye on the clock in the final days as numerous lawmakers want their bills on a wide variety of issues to pass in a scramble before the midnight adjournment.—
Christopher Keating,
Hartford Courant,
25 May 2025
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Homelessness among veterans, young people and families was down by wide margins.—
Michael Smolens,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 May 2025
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Paging Stevie Young and his steady, sweeping right arm.—
Bob Gendron,
Chicago Tribune,
25 May 2025
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However, as currently written, the legislation would create sweeping limitations that affect far more than high-risk transactions, including everyday residential purchases.—
Mandy Taheri,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 May 2025
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Simone is damaged and buoyant simultaneously, and the young actress shows a deep maturity in the portrayal of the character's complex mental and emotional state.—
Kelly Lawler,
USA Today,
23 May 2025
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It’s finished with a deep V-neckline and three-quarter-length sleeves with mesh panels at the cuffs.—
Jamie Allison Sanders,
People.com,
22 May 2025
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Our comprehensive analysis of Salesforce, across key indicators like Growth, Profitability, Financial Stability, and Downturn Resilience, reveals that the company continues to demonstrate very strong operational performance and a robust financial condition.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2025
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Being able to place the device on someone’s head would allow for more comprehensive brain monitoring.—
Paul McClure
May 29,
New Atlas,
29 May 2025
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Formerly owned by the politician Henry Boyle Bernard and, later, Roy E. Disney, nephew of Walt Disney, an 18th-century castle anchors the expansive grounds in County Cork.—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
27 May 2025
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And Texas is currently moving forward with efforts regarding an expansive social media ban for minors.—
Rebecca Schneid,
Time,
25 May 2025
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“Far-reaching.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/far-reaching. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.
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