1
as in extensive
having considerable extent
it could once be said that the sun never set on the far-flung British Empire
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2
as in away
not close in time or space
traveled to far-flung towns that had not seen a doctor in years
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Recent Examples of far-flung
Thanks to a long winter season, the urge to travel to a warm and far-flung destination is tantalizing.
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Lynda Balslev,
Mercury News,
24 Feb. 2026
As vast as its market size may be, the industry is severely fragmented and geographically far-flung, which makes the product difficult to scale.
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Justin Birnbaum,
Sportico.com,
19 Feb. 2026
Dozens of container ships sit off the shores of places as far-flung as Los Angeles, Shanghai, and Rotterdam.
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San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 Feb. 2026
If the sound of far-flung escapes and close encounters with a humpback whale floats your boat, read on for some of the world’s most unique marine getaways, from French Polynesia to Panama and Mozambique.
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Luke Abrahams,
Vogue,
6 Feb. 2026
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Lynda Balslev,
Mercury News,
24 Feb. 2026
As vast as its market size may be, the industry is severely fragmented and geographically far-flung, which makes the product difficult to scale.
—
Justin Birnbaum,
Sportico.com,
19 Feb. 2026
Dozens of container ships sit off the shores of places as far-flung as Los Angeles, Shanghai, and Rotterdam.
—
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 Feb. 2026
If the sound of far-flung escapes and close encounters with a humpback whale floats your boat, read on for some of the world’s most unique marine getaways, from French Polynesia to Panama and Mozambique.
—
Luke Abrahams,
Vogue,
6 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for far-flung
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Barrett and Jackson each reported the most extensive travel of court justices promoting their books in 2025.
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Just south of the circle, subsequent construction of the Icon Miami complex, though, destroyed extensive additional evidence of Tequesta occupation in the bedrock, including scores of holes likely dug for wooden dwelling support posts.
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Uruguay scored twice as many goals as any other side in the first six rounds of CONMEBOL qualifying, a purple patch which included a 2-0 home win over Brazil and a 2-0 triumph in Argentina, their first away victory over their neighbours in 12 years.
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This significant fan support would have created a de facto away game for Canada, impacting both team psychology and referee decisions.
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Organizing the festival during wartime has given it a broader purpose, Isaienko said.
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Products with a broad range, such as beer, would benefit from multiple subcategories, ensuring that the production process is not prioritized over the alcoholic content.
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As the Coast Starlight approaches the Bay Area, the train glides past marshlands, open water, and distant city skylines before continuing toward California’s Central Coast.
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They were received by distant unknown relatives and made their way to Kensington, Illinois, a railroad community on Chicago’s South Side, historically tied to Calumet Junction and the industrial economy that helped shape the region.
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Members love Thrive Market's wide selection of high-quality products and speedy shipping.
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Pélisson previously told Variety that animation and co-productions have become key drivers of French content’s appeal abroad, reflecting the sector’s ability to travel across borders and reach a wide range of audiences.
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Mbappé took a crossover step to get around Viktor Gyökeres and from just outside the 6-yard box sent a diagonal shot inside the far post.
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After long periods in their own half to start the match, Norway broke the deadlock with a strike from Antonio Nusa that curled into the far corner.
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Ezra Jin, the founder of Zion Church, was among dozens of members caught up in a sweeping crackdown by Chinese authorities late last year.
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His use of the presidency’s sweeping ability to unilaterally grant pardons and commute sentences is among the ways the Republican’s return to office has featured an expansive use of executive power.
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The arils are deep ruby-red in color and have a sweet yet slightly tart flavor that many people find refreshing.
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Facing intense competition, Accor recognized the need for deeper customer retention and advocacy.
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“Far-flung.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/far-flung. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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