as far as

Definitions

1. 1

   To the degree or extent that.

   • as far as the eye can see
   • As far as the financing is concerned, there will be no problems.
   • As far as the choice makes any difference, I prefer the second option.
2. 2

   Used without any completion, usually to imply "to the degree or extent that ... is/are…

   Used without any completion, usually to imply "to the degree or extent that ... is/are concerned".

   • As far as the policies and procedures under which these companies operate, we keep a very close eye on that.
3. 3

   Used other than figuratively or idiomatically

   Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see as, far, as.

   • as far as the next town
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   1. 4

      With respect to

      With respect to; as relates to.

      • As far as financing, there will be no problems.
      • As far as food—still no nausea or problems.
      • As far as food, the fire department will have hot dogs and brats.

The neighborhood

• synonyminsofar as
• synonymso far as
• synonymso much as
• neighborAFAICR
• neighborAFAICS
• neighborAFAICT
• neighborAFAIK
• neighborAFAIR