Definition of farthernext
as in further
at or to a greater distance or more advanced point they had traveled farther down the Colorado River than any previous explorers

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adjective

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Recent Examples of farther
Adverb
In American's first-class cabins, seats are wider and recline farther, although the exact increase varies by flight and aircraft layout. — Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 2 Feb. 2023 The traditional Wilson script logo on the frame's side isn't a solid decal, but a half tone that looks like dots up close and then script lettering from farther away. — Tim Newcomb, Forbes, 27 Jan. 2023
Adjective
Several of the twins plan to attend nearby Lake Land College, while others are heading to universities in farther parts of the state. — Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 6 June 2026 Avalanches could travel farther downslope than usual and may run into areas traditionally thought of as safe. — Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 24 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for farther
Recent Examples of Synonyms for farther
Adverb
  • Look no further than the following quad exercises, which are trainer faves.
    — Women's Health, Women's Health, 3 Feb. 2023
  • If the idea of lounging your way to fitness appeals, look no further, as the zero-impact ride gives you a full cardio workout.
    — Kathleen Willcox, Popular Mechanics, 3 Feb. 2023
Adjective
  • The polling punctuates widespread Democratic warnings about Trump laying the groundwork for interfering in the midterm elections by asserting more control over mail-in voting and dispatching Justice Department monitors to polling places.
    — Morgan Chalfant, semafor.com, 7 Oct. 2026
  • The increase in online sports betting has worsened mental health problems in younger men, leading to more hospital visits as a result.
    — Devika Rao, TheWeek, 7 Oct. 2026
Adjective
  • What else Kansas law requires Workers’ comp isn’t the only mandatory coverage.
    — Gretchen Wittenmyer-Stone, Kansas City Star, 21 Sep. 2026
  • In other words, as the price of long distance, smartphones, information technology, and so much else plummets, the price of hotel suites, Knicks tickets and K-12 tuition goes up.
    — John Tamny, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026
Adjective
  • Longer life offsets costs The researchers also examined whether the additional electronics could be economically justified.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 9 Oct. 2026
  • After the storms, Pritzker issued a state disaster proclamation that made additional state resources available for response and recovery, his office said.
    — Jeremy Gorner, Chicago Tribune, 9 Oct. 2026
Adjective
  • Chief Randal Taylor, in an another car behind Adams, aided the pursuit, the police said.
    — Justin L. Mack, Indianapolis Star, 7 May 2020
  • As the Gophers kept winning in a historic season, stakes surrounding their season-ending rivalry game with Wisconsin kept ratcheting up — outgrowing even the another annual Battle for Paul Bunyan’s Axe.
    — Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 30 Nov. 2019

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“Farther.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/farther. Accessed 9 Oct. 2026.

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