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as in lengths
the space or amount of space between two points, lines, surfaces, or objects
the distance between the earth and the sun is about 93 million miles
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as in expanses
a wide space or area
a region marked by great, featureless distances
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as in retreats
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as in ditches
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Recent Examples of distances
Danny Brewer, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
The robot firm has also revealed its new robotic equipment that allows humans to access and control this humanoid from large distances.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 15 Sep. 2025
Hyperphagic bears travel great distances and can spend up to 20 hours per day hunting for food, according to the NCWRC.
—Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 13 Sep. 2025
The discovery of relativity and quantum physics has demonstrated that nature at high speeds and small distances behaves in ways very foreign to our sensory perceptions.
—Alan Lightman
september 12, Literary Hub, 12 Sep. 2025
Overnight humidity recovery should help shorten the burn period and reduce maximum spread distances.
—Ca Wildfire Bot, Sacbee.com, 12 Sep. 2025
But with this year’s adjustment to the rules, Karty is looking for lower hangtimes and shorter distances.
—Adam Grosbard, Oc Register, 11 Sep. 2025
This mechanism explains why PAH emission is detectable at such vast distances from the galaxy, according to the statement.
—Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 7 Sep. 2025
At such great distances, solar energy is limited.
—Ethan Siegel, Big Think, 3 Sep. 2025
Verb
All the victories were gate to wire fashion at sprint distances.
—Danny Brewer, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
The robot firm has also revealed its new robotic equipment that allows humans to access and control this humanoid from large distances.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 15 Sep. 2025
Hyperphagic bears travel great distances and can spend up to 20 hours per day hunting for food, according to the NCWRC.
—Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 13 Sep. 2025
The discovery of relativity and quantum physics has demonstrated that nature at high speeds and small distances behaves in ways very foreign to our sensory perceptions.
—Alan Lightman
september 12, Literary Hub, 12 Sep. 2025
Overnight humidity recovery should help shorten the burn period and reduce maximum spread distances.
—Ca Wildfire Bot, Sacbee.com, 12 Sep. 2025
But with this year’s adjustment to the rules, Karty is looking for lower hangtimes and shorter distances.
—Adam Grosbard, Oc Register, 11 Sep. 2025
This mechanism explains why PAH emission is detectable at such vast distances from the galaxy, according to the statement.
—Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 7 Sep. 2025
At such great distances, solar energy is limited.
—Ethan Siegel, Big Think, 3 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for distances
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The extra-large, rectangular shape offers enough space for long lengths and fluffy curls, while the strong, extra-long teeth form a lock that secures every last strand.—
Sophia Panych,
Allure,
16 Sep. 2025
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His comeback race was a brilliant effort in winning the Iowa Derby on July 5 by 9 ¼ lengths.—
Danny Brewer,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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The team calculates that, based on its distance from the star, TRAPPIST-1e might also be a relatively cool world, conceivably with liquid-water oceans or frozen expanses of ice on its surface.—
Jonathan O'Callaghan,
Scientific American,
8 Sep. 2025
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Backcountry exploration When people seek a break from the pace of modern life and the demands of being digitally connected, national parks contain expanses of backcountry, where signs of civilization are sparse, and where profound natural beauty, adventure and solitude are still available.—
Jeffrey C. Hallo,
The Conversation,
4 Sep. 2025
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Rest & Relaxation follows Amandeep (Mani), who in seeking solace on the brink of a life-changing decision, retreats to a secluded bed and breakfast where the eclectic guests challenge her preconceptions of family.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
16 Sep. 2025
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Camilla lives at Ray Mill most of the time, while Charles retreats to Highgrove or Clarence House.—
StyleCaster Editors,
StyleCaster,
15 Sep. 2025
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Dual Front mode Rainbow Six Siege ditches turn-taking to let players attack and defend simultaneously.—
Griff Griffin,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Sep. 2025
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Its Foamy pad ditches the air in favor of all-foam construction.—
Wes Siler,
Outside,
27 Aug. 2025
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While pipeline expansions are coming online, infrastructure buildout is running just fast enough to keep pace—not enough to enable another breakout surge in production.—
Robert Rapier,
Forbes.com,
18 Sep. 2025
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Some of those plans include terminal lobby expansions, concourse upgrades, and traffic improvements.—
Chase Jordan,
Charlotte Observer,
17 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Why do these shootings persist, even as overall crime recedes?—
John J. Donohue,
Time,
15 Sep. 2025
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Our research highlights the fact that when public investment recedes, companies tend to focus on products with clearer near-term returns.—
Zeynep Hasgül,
The Conversation,
12 Sep. 2025
Verb
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In California, the warning is in effect for southeastern counties, with temperatures forecast to reach 111 F in Indian Wells Valley; and 115 F in Coachella Valley and San Diego County deserts.—
Matthew Robinson,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Aug. 2025
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The toebox is round and wide, which makes walking more comfortable, and the shoes are available in wide widths.—
Shea Simmons,
People.com,
28 Aug. 2025
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The key to building the perfect ring stack lies in balance — styling different widths, silhouettes, and textures so each ring complements the next.—
Lauren Alexis Fisher,
Footwear News,
12 Aug. 2025
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“Distances.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/distances. Accessed 21 Sep. 2025.
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