What is another word for not go far?

Pronunciation: [nˌɒt ɡˌə͡ʊ fˈɑː] (IPA)

The phrase "not go far" means something is limited or short-lived. To express this idea differently, some synonyms to use are "limited," "restricted," "constrained," "circumscribed," "modest," "meager," "narrow," "small," "inadequate," "insufficient," "scarce," "basic," "trivial," "superficial," "minor," "inconsequential," "unimportant," "trifling," "petty," and "paltry." Each of these words describes a situation where something doesn't extend or progress far. Using synonyms like these in writing or speech will make the language more varied, bringing forth a range of meanings and nuances that would otherwise be difficult to convey.

What are the hypernyms for Not go far?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    be near, Keep within reach, Remain localized, Stay close by, Travel short distances.

Famous quotes with Not go far

  • By 'radical,' I understand one who goes too far; by 'conservative,' one who does not go far enough; by 'reactionary,' one who won't go at all.
    Woodrow Wilson
  • If one feels the need of something grand, something infinite, something that makes one feel aware of God, one need not go far to find it. I think that I see something deeper, more infinite, more eternal than the ocean in the expression of the eyes of a little baby when it wakes in the morning and coos or laughs because it sees the sun shining on its cradle.
    Vincent Van Gogh

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