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afield

[uh-feeld] / əˈfild /
ADVERB
beyond
Synonyms
STRONGEST
WEAK


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Yet what was once an exotic European escapade for Britain's star footballers is now a well-trodden pilgrimage, as an increasing number of players eye opportunities further afield.

From BBC ● Oct. 1, 2026

Among dozens of applications from across the country -- and as far afield as the United States -- an Australian koolie called Oaka stood out.

From Barron's ● Sep. 30, 2026

Gradually, the person experiencing dementia is farther afield from their old self than anyone expects.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 18, 2026

Before you go further afield, though, go back to Acme itself.

From MarketWatch ● Aug. 27, 2026

The wind made the sail go furiously: horse and knight were flung to the ground far afield.

From "Adventures of Don Quixote" by Argentina Palacios




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