keep at a distance

"How many people fail to approach us, or keep at a distance, because in the Church they feel unwelcomed and unloved, regarded with suspicion and judged?"

“Away!” he cried harshly; “keep at a distance, child; or go in to Sophie!”

They ask residents to keep at a distance during group meetings and meals.

Spending time with a few people is less risky than hanging out with a large group, and everyone should wear masks and keep at a distance, the CDC says.

Since June, relatives have been allowed to view the bodies of loved ones and perform traditional rites so long as they keep at a distance and do not touch the corpse.