distance
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The distance between the states makes it near impossible for them to have migrated on their own, according to researchers, which means they were likely transported here intentionally.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026
Until now, scientists have detected them by measuring extremely small changes in distance using huge instruments that stretch for kilometers.
From Science Daily • Apr. 10, 2026
Their trip around the Moon has taken the four astronauts farther into space than any human before -- more than 1,000 times the distance from Earth to the International Space Station.
From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026
She won again at Newbury before dropping in distance to finish third to Dinoblue in the Mares Chase at the Festival.
From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026
We left through the lot’s side exit and walked a short distance to a huge warehouse.
From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu
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Word Generation Science - Measurement
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