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Does the phrase "go less far" refer to something that lacks potential?

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Rebecca

Yes, to "go less far" in this context refers to not getting very far in life, or in other words, not having as much potential to do something. Ex: They don't think he will go very far in school because he is not a good student. Ex: Her hard work has allowed her to go far in life.

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