far-reaching
Americanadjective
adjective
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Etymology
Origin of far-reaching
First recorded in 1815–25
Example Sentences
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“Those concerns are playing out in real time, with far-reaching consequences,” said Dax Goldstein, a director at the States United Democracy Center, a nonprofit group that works to build confidence in elections.
From Salon ● Aug. 15, 2026
Zhu Rongji, China's former premier who died on Wednesday aged 97, championed free-market policies and delivered far-reaching economic reforms during his five years at the helm.
From Barron's ● Aug. 12, 2026
The outcome will have far-reaching consequences for Smith’s legacy, Alberta’s fortunes and Canada’s efforts to buttress its economy amid fraying U.S. ties.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 5, 2026
The impacts have been far-reaching, with a thick blanket of smoke spreading across US states, from Minnesota and Michigan to Pennsylvania, Ohio and New York.
From BBC ● Jul. 17, 2026
Some experts warn of subtle but far-reaching vegetational shifts as a result of the growing use of herbicides.
From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson
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