distance

Example Sentences

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Some billionaire residents have taken steps to distance themselves from the state, opening offices in new cities and buying real estate elsewhere.

From The Wall Street Journal

It was the England international's fifth Champions League goal of the season, and a sixth nearly followed as his drive from distance cracked against the crossbar.

From Barron's

Distrust is the topmost requirement to go the distance in this game, after all.

From Salon

Ray’s voice comes from a long distance away.

From Literature

“It’s dangerous living so close to the Council Shop,” Chait says of the nonprofit, which is within walking distance of the couple’s rental.

From Los Angeles Times