distance

Example Sentences

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"The first two rounds I thought it would go the distance. Then in the fifth round when I caught with him the uppercut, I thought 'did I really do that?'"

From BBC

California’s bullet train, now under construction in Fresno, may one day carry passengers from Los Angeles to San Francisco, a distance of about 400 miles.

From Los Angeles Times

Iran said it had targeted a US logistics vessel "at a considerable distance from the port".

From Barron's

Its relatively close distance and clear visibility make it a key object for studying neutron stars, supernova remnants, and nebulae.

From Science Daily

It’s only a short distance, but Nelson estimates he is saving roughly 70 cents per shift by not driving, or $1.40 if he comes home to feed his dogs during lunch.

From MarketWatch