as in everywhere
in every place or in all places
we searched far and wide for a surgeon who could perform that delicate operation
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Recent Examples of far and wide
Many Kansas Citians enjoyed the festivities, but the Dutch impact here has stretched far and wide.
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Latif Love
june 25,
Kansas City Star,
25 June 2026
Advertisement The economic fallout has been felt far and wide.
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Miranda Jeyaretnam,
Time,
19 June 2026
Contributing Travel Editor Andrew Sessa spins the globe — and trots around it, too — to bring CNT the latest and greatest news and notes from destinations far and wide.
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Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 June 2026
The saxophonist is a musical shapeshifter who lends his talents far and wide, but his dreamiest, most conventionally melodic music usually arises from his long-running collaboration with vocalist Nicholas Krgovich.
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Zach Schonfeld,
Pitchfork,
18 June 2026
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Latif Love
june 25,
Kansas City Star,
25 June 2026
Advertisement The economic fallout has been felt far and wide.
—
Miranda Jeyaretnam,
Time,
19 June 2026
Contributing Travel Editor Andrew Sessa spins the globe — and trots around it, too — to bring CNT the latest and greatest news and notes from destinations far and wide.
—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 June 2026
The saxophonist is a musical shapeshifter who lends his talents far and wide, but his dreamiest, most conventionally melodic music usually arises from his long-running collaboration with vocalist Nicholas Krgovich.
—
Zach Schonfeld,
Pitchfork,
18 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for far and wide
Adverb
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The retro ensemble caught the attention of fans and press everywhere.
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Pull-on pants are everywhere this summer, offering a welcome alternative to uncomfortable, constrictive options.
Adverb
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One feels exposed, out in the elements, seeking shade from shapes that appear like altars or overlooking winding paths that veer high and low.
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The Sheriff’s Office warned that visitors on the trails should prepare for conditions that can differ significantly between high and low elevations.
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“Far and wide.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/far%20and%20wide. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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