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

The video footage doesn’t appear to show the moment Lacunas-Escobar allegedly pointed a firearm at officers; he appears to be walking away from the police and is at a great distance.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 13, 2023

Behind them comes Hauptmann in his fur cap, walking with short strides as though counting paces over some great distance.

From "All the Light We Cannot See" by Anthony Doerr