go far

Idioms  

1. Also, go a long way. Be sufficient for nearly all that is required; also, last for a long time. For example, This turkey will go far to feed the people at the shelter, or She can really make that small amount of cash go a long way. [Early 1400s] Also see go a long way toward; go so far as to.

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go far

"The law means reasonable adaptions, but for people like me that doesn't go far enough – you need the hoists and the beds to really make it workable," he said.

From BBC ● Jul. 23, 2026

It seemed like the USA would go far at this tournament, particularly with the wave of support behind them, but it wasn't to be as they exited at the last-16 stage.

From BBC ● Jul. 20, 2026

Some companies go far and beyond, offering jealousy-inducing match rates to win over prime talent.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 19, 2026

The U.S. squad is different in ways that go far beyond the roster.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 6, 2026

"But you, my boy, have the right attitude! A born leader, that's what you are! A man to watch! You will go far!"

From "The Boy Who Dared" by Susan Campbell Bartoletti

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