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Worlds away Meaning in English

expression

ˈwɝɫdz/ /əˈweɪ
WURLDZ uh-WAY
wˈɜːldz/ /ɐwˈeɪ
WURLDZ ow-AY

Definition

Describes two things or people that are completely different from each other, or feel very distant in experience or quality.

Usage & Nuances

Informal and often used to emphasize contrast, especially about experiences, places, or points of view. Can be used for physical, emotional, or figurative distance. Common phrases: "feel worlds away", "look worlds away". Not used for small differences.

Example Sentences

The city and the countryside feel worlds away from each other.

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My life now is worlds away from what it was ten years ago.

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These two paintings are worlds away in style.

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After traveling abroad, home felt worlds away from everyday worries.

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Their opinions on politics are worlds away from mine.

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Watching that old movie felt worlds away from today's action films.

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