more distant

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

"Now more than ever it is imperative to avoid any escalation of a conflict that has already exacted a devastating toll on civilians and that risks making the search for peace even more distant."

From Barron's • May 26, 2026

When a massive object such as a neutron star passes in front of a more distant star, its gravity bends and magnifies the background star's light.

From Science Daily • May 15, 2026

“The longer the Strait remains shut, the greater the oil shock and the more distant the idea of Brent crude trading back to levels near $80 or below,” analysts at ING said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026

In contrast, more distant relatives such as donkeys and zebras appear to lack the high frequency component.

From Science Daily • Feb. 25, 2026

It seemed like the alcove was growing more distant, like she was looking at it through the wrong end of a telescope.

From "Fablehaven" by Brandon Mull