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distance

[dis-tuhns] / ˈdɪs təns /




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Of course, a lidar can identify an octagon and measure its distance.

From Barron's • May 4, 2026

Despite their evolutionary distance, the team discovered that both butterflies and moths repeatedly relied on the same two genes, ivory and optix, to produce nearly identical warning colors.

From Science Daily • May 4, 2026

The long-threatened rain, which had caused the race start to be brought forward by three hours, never materialised, apart from a few spots mid-race, and the grand prix ran its distance in dry conditions.

From BBC • May 3, 2026

Average opponent shot distance when each player is on vs. off the court,

From The Wall Street Journal • May 2, 2026

The Daylight Limited was a growing speck in the distance.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu




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