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afar

[uh-fahr] / əˈfɑr /
ADVERB
a great distance away
Synonyms
WEAK
distantly far away far off yonder
Antonyms


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I’m not saying to try to diagnose her from afar; in fact, a manager asking an employee about their health can be illegal in certain situations.

From MarketWatch Jul. 29, 2026

So, as he closes out his career elsewhere, I will enjoy watching his superior playing prowess from afar.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 4, 2026

While the NBA world watched the Celtics’ drama from afar to see whether they would be able to mend their relationship with Brown, he took to social media.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 3, 2026

Many Venezuelans abroad are searching from afar for family members among the nearly 2,300 dead and tens of thousands missing.

From Barron's Jul. 2, 2026

Here, in my new—and old—friend’s house I feel Papi and Abue holding my hand from afar, showing me the way.

From "Beast Rider" by Tony Johnston & María Elena Fontanot de Rhoads




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