as in more
resulting in an increase in amount or number
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Recent Examples of farther
Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 2 Feb. 2023
What explains the Western change of heart, and its openness to helping Ukraine consolidate its recent advances on the battlefield and press on farther?
—Howard Lafranchi, The Christian Science Monitor, 13 Jan. 2023
Rachel Scott, ABC News, 28 June 2022
The prettier the flower, the farther from the path.
—Vulture, 10 July 2022
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Adverb
In American's first-class cabins, seats are wider and recline farther, although the exact increase varies by flight and aircraft layout.
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 2 Feb. 2023
What explains the Western change of heart, and its openness to helping Ukraine consolidate its recent advances on the battlefield and press on farther?
—Howard Lafranchi, The Christian Science Monitor, 13 Jan. 2023
Adjective
McNicholas warned that if more states continue to prohibit abortions and force more people to seek care in farther parts of the country, there will be a major health crisis.
—Rachel Scott, ABC News, 28 June 2022
The prettier the flower, the farther from the path.
—Vulture, 10 July 2022
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for farther
Adverb
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Look no further than the following quad exercises, which are trainer faves.—
Women's Health,
Women's Health,
3 Feb. 2023
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If the idea of lounging your way to fitness appeals, look no further, as the zero-impact ride gives you a full cardio workout.—
Kathleen Willcox,
Popular Mechanics,
3 Feb. 2023
Adjective
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The job brings more responsibilities than he’s ever handled and will present situations he’s never imagined.—
Brad Biggs,
Chicago Tribune,
23 Jan. 2025
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Cast: Nicole Kidman, Matthew Macfadyen, Jude Hill, Gael García Bernal (World Premiere) Thank you to our Headliner and Major Film & TV Sponsor Epidemic Sound: Unlock more magic in your production with world-class music, Hollywood-grade sound effects, and next-generation soundtracking tools.—
Mia Galuppo,
The Hollywood Reporter,
22 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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In an ideal world, general manager Brian Cashman could move Chisholm back to the right side of the infield and have someone else step in to play third base.—
John Yoo and John Shu,
Newsweek,
24 Jan. 2025
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United has taken a purposeful tact in recent years to go after routes no one else flies, often to underserved destinations, and to me that’s a big win for travelers.—
Larry Olmsted,
Forbes,
10 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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So last summer, OpenAI negotiated a one-time deal for $10 billion in additional computing power from Oracle.—
Andrew Ross Sorkin,
New York Times,
22 Jan. 2025
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The option was introduced in the United States in September 2024, allowing members to add a user outside their household for an additional fee starting at $7 per month.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes,
22 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Chief Randal Taylor, in an another car behind Adams, aided the pursuit, the police said.—
Justin L. Mack,
Indianapolis Star,
7 May 2020
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This desire to preserve tradition, however, is likely to be met with a growing desire to preserve an another value: openness.—
Jeff John Roberts,
Fortune,
22 Mar. 2020
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Further vs. Farther
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“Farther.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/farther. Accessed 2 Feb. 2025.
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