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Vocabulary Entry
distance
|noun • verb
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N
noun
The amount of space between two points.
Example Sentences
"The distance between the two cities is approximately 100 miles."
"He walked a great distance to reach the summit."
"The car can travel a long distance on a single tank of gas."
V
verb
To keep or set apart or away from.
Example Sentences
"She distanced herself from the negative influences in her life."
"The coach decided to distance the players from distractions."
"He wanted to distance his reputation from the scandal."