far and near
Example Sentences
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"No new viewpoints, I promise you that, but with all these journeys and battles and scheming to come, inevitably our major players will be encountering new people in lands far and near."
From Salon
Men and women, many with their children by their side, came from all over Paris and other French cities far and near.
From New York Times
Tourists from far and near flocked to the scenic pier that was closed throughout much of the pandemic, lining up outside restaurants that are still at limited capacity.
From Washington Times
Similarly, avoiding large gatherings -- especially those that draw participants from far and near -- is another key to preventing new outbreaks and increasing public confidence.
From Fox News
It was a cabinet of curiosities, a collection of creatures from far and near, from a time when the world had not yet been fully mapped and science had not subjugated everything.
From New York Times
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
