far cry from

Example Sentences

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The high-performance electric SUV is a far cry from the sports cars of Lotus’s heyday, the kind of vehicles that can bring in a much wider customer base.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026

It's a far cry from the image of a dynamic sportsman and action hero which he once hoped would define him.

From BBC • May 30, 2026

Ferraris are known for roaring engines and bold, angular designs, a far cry from the smooth, rounded exterior of the Luce.

From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026

That’s a far cry from the nearly half of teens that were employed in retail in the early 2000’s, but then again, participation among those ages 16-19 remains much lower.

From Barron's • May 25, 2026

It’s a far cry from my first world, full of my brothers and sisters and Mom and Papa.

From "X: A Novel" by Ilyasah Shabazz