from way back
from way back
From a relatively long time ago. Wow, that vintage pendant must come from way back! Oh sure, George and I know each other from way back.
See also: back, way
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
from way back
from far in the past; from a much earlier time. Grandfather comes from way back. This antique clock is from way back.
See also: back, way
McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs.
from way back
Since long ago; for a long time. For example, This painting has been in the family from way back, or We know the Smiths from way back. [Colloquial; late 1800s]
See also: back, way
The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms by Christine Ammer.
- come back and see us
- carry (one) back
- carry back
- back
- back at (something or some place)
- be/go back to square one
- a while back
- ago
- back door
- break one's neck, to