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单词 far cry
释义

far cry

noun

1
: a long distance
2
: something notably different
the effects of the new law were a far cry from what was intended

Synonyms

  • afar
  • country mile
  • long haul
  • mile
See all Synonyms & Antonyms

Example Sentences

the hotel is a far cry from the train station, so you'd better call a cab
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Word History

First Known Use

1817, in the meaning defined at sense 1

far cry

noun

as in mile
a long distance the hotel is a far cry from the train station, so you'd better call a cab

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • mile
  • long haul
  • country mile
  • afar
  • infinity
  • light-year

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • hair
  • inch
  • step
  • stone's throw
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