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/ˈle.xos/

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Translation

far, far away

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Word origin

From Latin laxius ('more loosely, more widely'), comparative adverb of laxus ('loose, slack, wide'). The sense developed to 'far'.

Origin
Latin
Root
laxius
English cognates
lax, relax

Examples

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The hospital is quite far from the centre.

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There is still a long way to go to finish the project.

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I do not live far away, I can walk there in ten minutes.

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She went far in her career thanks to her daily effort.

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I see my family very rarely these days.

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This word is taught in chapter 7, lesson 7: lejos, humano, peor and 7 more words.