by a long shot
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The Slate truck is shorter than a Toyota Corolla, making it the tiniest pickup in America by a long shot.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 24, 2026
And it isn’t just Buffett, who’s actually not No. 1 by a long shot.
From Barron's ● Dec. 18, 2025
"I've definitely far exceeded my expectations by a long shot."
From BBC ● Jan. 18, 2025
But it’s not always so, by a long shot.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 19, 2024
Dr. von Braun wasn't giving up, not by a long shot.
From "October Sky" by Homer Hickam
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