far-flung

Example Sentences

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This is needed as the current fleet is working overtime and is too small to meet America’s far-flung obligations.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026

The tradeoff for tight quarters is proximity to conveniences and culture not generally found in far-flung places.

From Salon • Mar. 23, 2026

It also leaves them at the behest of wealthy firms in far-flung states with no ties to or understanding of the communities the medical practices serve.

From Slate • Mar. 17, 2026

Some British travellers are trapped in far-flung locations facing bills for accommodation, food and essentials which may not be covered by their travel insurance.

From BBC • Mar. 12, 2026

They were randomly distributed among the far-flung suburbs, and it would take me at least a week to get to all of them.

From "Paper Towns" by John Green