long distance

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"Transporting a stone of this size over such a long distance would have required planning, coordination and a deep understanding of the landscape -- not to mention tremendous determination," Dr. Clarke said.

From Science Daily • Jun. 9, 2026

Then again, maybe you’d also appreciate getting to see the world without having to catch a series of flights or drive a long distance.

From Slate • May 16, 2026

He said it wasn't easy to make the long distance relationship work, but their shared love of video games was key.

From BBC • Jan. 20, 2026

He is also shooting a career-low 30.9% from three after shooting 42.3% from long distance last season.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 3, 2026

A piece of extraordinary news traveled a long distance in a very short time, mobilizing an entire region to arms.

From "The Tipping Point" by Malcolm Gladwell