Synonyms

poles apart

Idioms

In complete opposition, as in The two brothers were poles apart in nearly all their views. This expression alludes to the two extremities of the earth's axis, the North and South poles. [Early 1900s]

Example Sentences

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However, being ranked alongside meerkats and beavers doesn't mean our societies are the same - human society is poles apart.

From BBC

Things have changed considerably and today's teams are poles apart in terms of depth and experience.

From BBC

He thinks the story has caught people's attention because the two styles of music are "poles apart".

From BBC

I have read accounts by experts and scholars that are poles apart on these matters.

From Salon

The tour was poles apart from luxury safaris with furnished tents and balloon rides over the Serengeti.

From New York Times

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