by a mile
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Slot admitted last month it had been the toughest season of his career "by a mile", with a £450m summer spending spree not equating to performances and results.
From BBC • Mar. 6, 2026
In the third inning, Freddy Fermín ran into an out on a single to right-center, Andy Pages nailing him by a mile.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 18, 2025
He was the best player in the game by a mile when his team needed it the most — and now the Oilers need it even more.
From Seattle Times • Jun. 6, 2024
Marwan Barghouti would win by a mile against either of them, the projections suggested.
From BBC • Mar. 24, 2024
I missed the stupid post by a mile.
From "Okay for Now" by Gary D. Schmidt
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