stone's throw

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The activity in question will come from the sculpture being directly alongside the building’s main cafe, with outdoor tables flanking the fountain’s edge, and just a stone’s throw from the W.M.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

The council approved a zoning change and unveiled a plan to build 120 apartments for an estimated $91 million in the quaint town center, a stone’s throw from several gourmet restaurants.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026

A stone’s throw away from the Roxbury warehouse was a Mexican bakery serving delicacies like conchas and empanadas.

From Slate • Mar. 12, 2026

In his field, just a stone's throw from his house, Kone still works only with a machete and wears open-toed shoes.

From Barron's • Jan. 26, 2026

Alfred and Gracy lived in the rough log cabin, currently located in the work yard, a stone’s throw from the rear entrance of the main house.

From "In the Shadow of Liberty" by Kenneth C. Davis