distant
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New asteroids and distant objects are being discovered all the time as our observing capabilities become more detailed, which should gradually shed more light on what might be out there.
From Science Daily • Jun. 9, 2026
He sends warships to distant waters—the intended object of the message shrugs.
From Slate • Jun. 8, 2026
Parsons said liminal spaces all share a quality of feeling familiar: hearkening fragments of distant memories or experiences during childhood.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026
The underlying issues seemed distant when the countries' leaders met for the draw in Washington DC in December and posed for a selfie with Fifa boss Gianni Infantino.
From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026
A distant scuff of gravel, and then Hannie’s voice.
From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler
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