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be far removed from sth
formalDefinition
C2 to be very different from something: It's a wonderful experience but it's far removed from reality.Being and appearing different
(Definition of be far removed from sth from the Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary & Thesaurus
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Synonyms and related words:
- be a far cry from sth idiom
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