far cry
Example Sentences
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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 not a far cry from the real-life environment in fast fashion factories.
From Salon • May 22, 2026
All this is a far cry from ETFs that buy and hold hundreds of stocks or bonds for fees as low as $2 or $3 a year on a $10,000 investment.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026
It is a far cry from 2023-24 when he plundered 19 Premier League goals, and 27 in all competitions.
From BBC • May 21, 2026
His place in society now is a far cry from his days in the Bronx.
From "Class Matters" by The New York Times
