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English verb: go far

1. go far (social) succeed in a big way; get to the top


SamplesAfter he published his book, he had arrived.
I don't know whether I can make it in science!.
You will go far, my boy!.


Synonymsarrive, get in, make it


Pattern of useSomebody ----s.
Somebody ----s PP


Broader (hypernym)bring home the bacon, come through, deliver the goods, succeed, win

2. go far (stative) extend in importance or range


SamplesHis accomplishments go far.


Synonymsgo deep


Pattern of useSomething ----s


Broader (hypernym)extend, go, lead, pass, run









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