A far cry from something
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Degree of Difference
Used to emphasize a large contrast between two things. 
His new job as a chef is a far cry from his previous career as an accountant.
Pro Tip 2/3Emotional Tone
May express disappointment if the expected and actual situations are very different. 
This cheap hotel room is a far cry from the luxury suite we were promised.
Pro Tip 3/3Conversational Usage
Commonly used in casual conversations rather than formal writing. 
The movie was a far cry from the exciting trailer we saw.
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