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distance

[dis-tuhns] / ˈdɪs təns /




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In her 10 years as a professional matchmaker, Anna Morgenstern has never seen physical distance be as much of a dealbreaker as it is today.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 3, 2026

The motorhome was delivered to Halbeath Industrial Estate in January 2021, with Murrell driving it the short distance to his mother's house.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

More recently, the face was LeBron James, and then, the ethereal distance shooter Steph Curry.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

Recent polls have placed Pratt and Raman within striking distance of Bass, who had enjoyed a substantial lead for much of the campaign.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

And then, in the distance, the figure in silhouette has descended the ladder and is packing up his toolbox.

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse




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