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distance

[dis-tuhns] / ˈdɪs təns /




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"Transporting a stone of this size over such a long distance would have required planning, coordination and a deep understanding of the landscape -- not to mention tremendous determination," Dr. Clarke said.

From Science Daily • Jun. 9, 2026

I remember pulling through the pages of the book going, “This is me, I understand the cruelty others are showing him, I understand his need for both distance and warmth.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

That makes him, by some distance, the highest paid athlete in the world.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

His messages on Sunday night that he would stop Netanyahu may have been meant for Tehran's consumption to distance Washington from Israel's strikes.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

We headed to the alley at the back of the shop, keeping a respectable distance between us.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu




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