long distance

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Because this process requires light to travel across a relatively long distance, the instruments are often bulky and difficult to miniaturize.

From Science Daily • May 26, 2026

Then again, maybe you’d also appreciate getting to see the world without having to catch a series of flights or drive a long distance.

From Slate • May 16, 2026

He said it wasn't easy to make the long distance relationship work, but their shared love of video games was key.

From BBC • Jan. 20, 2026

He is also shooting a career-low 30.9% from three after shooting 42.3% from long distance last season.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 3, 2026

Leon’s breath filled in the gaps between the words as if he’d been running a long distance.

From "The Chocolate War" by Robert Cormier