far back
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Sentiment drops as big as these hardly ever happen: Since 2000, which is how far back the data extends, these drops are at the 1.5th and 0.9th percentiles, respectively.
From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026
The 44-year-old native of Saratoga Springs, N.Y., made history Saturday as the first female trainer to win the Kentucky Derby when Golden Tempo rallied from far back to defeat Renegade by a neck.
From Los Angeles Times • May 2, 2026
To prove their ties to Canada - however far back they may go - many have had to look up historic records like census reports, baptismal records and birth certificates.
From BBC • May 1, 2026
As far back as 1846, President James K. Polk took the initiative in maneuvering the U.S. into a war with Mexico.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 26, 2026
Unbelievably, at the far back, I see dozens on foot.
From "Will’s Race for Home" by Jewell Parker Rhodes
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