long distance

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"Transporting a stone of this size over such a long distance would have required planning, coordination and a deep understanding of the landscape -- not to mention tremendous determination," Dr. Clarke said.

From Science Daily • Jun. 9, 2026

Then again, maybe you’d also appreciate getting to see the world without having to catch a series of flights or drive a long distance.

From Slate • May 16, 2026

The two pilots were in the same plane but landed a long distance apart because of the speed at which the jet was flying when the airmen evacuated, Trump said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

However, he said: "Because of the long distance of migration, the return rate is about 30%."

From BBC • Mar. 5, 2026

They had cut the corn, and burned the stubble, and the field seemed much bigger, the trees on the edge of the wood looked a long distance away.

From "I'm the King of the Castle" by Susan Hill