Time is far more precious than gold.
Time is far more precious than gold.
English
far
fɑr, fɑːr, fɑɹ, fɑː
Meaning: at, to, or from a great distance
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Example sentences
How far is the nearest station?
How far is the nearest station?
They decided to move to an inland city far from the coast.
They decided to move to an inland city far from the coast.
The benefits of the new project far outweigh the potential risks.
The benefits of the new project far outweigh the potential risks.
After the storm, the small boat is adrift far from the harbor.
After the storm, the small boat is adrift far from the harbor.
Usage Notes
Used to talk about distance in space or time. In questions, it is used with 'how' to ask about distance.
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