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Farther afield, this global shortage has left Ukraine unprotected against salvos of Russian missiles aimed at its energy grid and key bridges and factories.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 12, 2026
For the sake of his career, his family and his conscience, George travels twisty investigative paths that lead him far afield of the crimes at hand.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 23, 2026
The fires have sent air pollution levels soaring as far afield as Kuala Lumpur and Singapore.
From Barron's ● Oct. 20, 2026
The doctor advocated for their right to attend a local hospital instead of being required to travel further afield for medical treatment, Pitt Rivers Museum said.
From BBC ● Oct. 10, 2026
Word of Katherine Johnson’s role in Glenn’s successful mission began making the rounds in the black community, first locally, then farther afield.
From "Hidden Figures" by Margot Lee Shetterly
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