distanced

Example Sentences

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He has moderated early calls for "radical change" and distanced himself from ultranationalists.

From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026

I went during the height of the pandemic, when my boatmates were masked and socially distanced.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

Beijing denied wrongdoing and distanced itself from such operations as similar police stations were uncovered in dozens of nations.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 6, 2026

For Americans who grimace at the thought of “big government,” this distanced Social Security from public assistance or welfare.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 30, 2026

After my laborious conquest, I've distanced myself a little from the situation, but you mustn’t think my love has cooled.

From "The Diary of a Young Girl" by Anne Frank