great distance

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Astronomers say the most interesting aspect of the latest observation is not so much the great distance involved - as amazing as that is - but rather the size and brightness of JADES-GS-z14-0.

From BBC • May 30, 2024

“Beneath it all, we could be a great distance away, safe and alone.”

From Seattle Times • Feb. 26, 2024

This rescript, which was discovered in the 18th century, allowed the people of Spello to celebrate a religious festival in their hometown rather than travel a great distance to another festival.

From Science Daily • Jan. 5, 2024

But even in that short section, it was possible to see that the tunnel continued a great distance ahead.

From New York Times • Dec. 17, 2023

Doctor Payne held his hands up to his mouth like a megaphone and made believe he was yelling over a great distance.

From "How the García Girls Lost Their Accents" by Julia Alvarez