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far and wide

Idioms  

  1. For a great distance, over a large area. For example, They searched far and wide for the lost child, or The message went out far and wide. [c. a.d. 900]

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Moukoko's legend travelled far and wide, carried on fans' forums and whispered between Championship Manager anoraks.

From BBC • May 5, 2026

"The aftershocks of these results will be felt far and wide for a long time," he said on social media, "probably all the way" to the 2029 general elections.

From Barron's • May 4, 2026

The charity explained that the birds were "primarily scavengers who travel far and wide in search of food".

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

Supreme Court opened the floodgates for lawyers to spread their names and faces far and wide.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 17, 2026

Then Telemakhos said: “Nestor, pride of Akhaians, Neleus’ son, that was revenge, and far and wide the Akhaians will tell the tale in song for generations.

From "The Odyssey" by Homer

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