English Reference
Idiom idiom

the other side of the world


a place that is very far away from where you are, usually on a different continent.


SIMPLE

“My best friend lives on the other side of the world.”

CONTEXTUAL

“He moved to the other side of the world for a new job, so we only talk online.”

COMPLEX

“Despite being separated by the other side of the world, they maintained a close friendship through constant letters and late-night video calls.”

Last updated April 22, 2026