Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
as-far-as-it-goes
idiom
/æz fɑr æz ɪt ɡoʊz/
Definition
An idiomatic expression used to indicate the extent to which a situation or statement is valid or applicable.
Examples
- We can trust his advice as far as it goes, but we need a second opinion for confirmation.
- The report is helpful, as far as it goes, but it doesn’t cover all the details.
Meaning
This phrase suggests that something is true only to a certain degree or within a particular boundary.
Synonyms
- to a certain extent
- within limits
- up to a point
