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distance

[dis-tuhns] / ˈdɪs təns /




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“The distance from the U.S. creates a need for a certain faithfulness,” she said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 9, 2026

The results provide the first clear evidence that mini-Neptunes can form beyond a star's "frost line," the distance at which temperatures are low enough for water to freeze into ice.

From Science Daily • May 7, 2026

Passengers flying first class, however, will still be able to enjoy complimentary snacks and drinks, regardless of flight distance.

From Salon • May 7, 2026

Local anglers say it is a short distance upstream from where drinking water is abstracted.

From BBC • May 6, 2026

In the distance ahead of us, a couple of soldiers were marching across another bridge.

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler




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