far away
The phrase "far away" is used to describe something that is at a considerable distance in space or time.
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Definition
A2General
(common)At a significant distance from a particular point or moment.
Example
- The mountains look so far away from here.
- Her childhood seems far away now.
A2Location
(common)Situated at a remote or distant place.
Example
- They live in a house far away from the city.
- I can see a faraway island on the horizon.
A2Time
(common)Occurring at a distant point in time.
Example
- Graduation day feels far away.
- The future may seem far away, but it will come sooner than you think.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "far away":
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