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Far from it

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23 March 2026

Far from it

We use this expression to correct something someone has said.

Written: Yes

Spoken: Yes

Formal: Yes

Informal: Yes

Example 1

That jacket looks great on you. Was it expensive?

Far from it - I got it for less than £10 in Oxfam.

Example 2

I expect the lecture was boring, wasn't it?

Far from it - it was the best lecture we've had so far this term.

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