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as far as possible

Idioms

Also, so far as possible. To the greatest extent, degree, or amount that is attainable. For example, I want to drive as far as possible today, or It was very complicated, but he promised to explain it so far as possible.

Example Sentences

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"The project has been carefully planned to minimise disruption as far as possible," it added in a statement.

From BBC • Apr. 21, 2026

Levy: I always like to pull the pendulum back as far as possible.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

That’s because the hook of the hamate is a significant contributor to grip strength—an important trait for anybody attempting to hit a ball as far as possible.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 25, 2026

"The idea was to focus activity as far as possible from the frontline, and then it stayed."

From BBC • Feb. 6, 2026

While the others were unrolling blankets and making beds against the walls of the chamber, as far as possible from the hole in the floor, he crept to the edge and peered over.

From "The Fellowship of the Ring" by J.R.R. Tolkien

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