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go far

/goʊ fɑr/
/gəʊ fɑ/
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Other forms: gone far; went far; goes far; going far

Definitions of go far
  1. verb
    succeed in a big way; get to the top
    “You will go far, my boy!”
    synonyms: arrive, get in, make it
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    type of:
    bring home the bacon, come through, deliver the goods, succeed, win
    attain success or reach a desired goal
  2. verb
    extend in importance or range
    “His accomplishments go far
    synonyms: go deep
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    type of:
    extend, go, lead, pass, run
    stretch out over a distance, space, time, or scope; run or extend between two points or beyond a certain point
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