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distant

[dis-tuhnt] / ˈdɪs tənt /




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He sends warships to distant waters—the intended object of the message shrugs.

From Slate • Jun. 8, 2026

The spotlight was beginning to feel a little distant.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

Decades ago, another youthful big-city mayor ran an ill-considered campaign for governor, finishing a distant fourth and failing to muster even double-digit support.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

An end to the fighting looks as distant as ever.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

He heard the distant horns of ships by the seaport.

From "The Wild Robot Escapes" by Peter Brown




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