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As you might imagine, Kalamazoo is a bit afield from typical book-tour routes, so when writers come through, readers take note.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026
The U.S. tried and failed to get Arab and Muslim-majority nations to take the Afghans, according to one of the U.S. officials, prompting them to open negotiations with countries farther afield.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026
Those that venture further afield as shale matures could benefit most.
From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026
They described tradespeople needing to look for work further afield and long-time visitors feeling unwelcome.
From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026
Since the days of Alexander the Great, mounted troops had proved decisive in offensive warfare and had served as an army’s eyes, ranging far afield on reconnaissance missions.
From "The War to End All Wars: World War I" by Russell Freedman
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