personal space

noun

: the distance from another person at which one feels comfortable when talking to or being next to that other person

You are invading my personal space.

Examples of personal space in a Sentence

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Martin muses, playing along with an entirely different kind of documentary — one where the subject gamely invites cameras into his personal space. —Peter Debruge, Variety, 26 Mar. 2024

Stressful situations arise when passengers only focus on their needs and ignore others’ personal space. —Natalia Senanayake, Peoplemag, 15 Mar. 2024

Read the full Scorpio Daily Horoscope Sagittarius (November 22 - December 21) Sprucing up your personal space? —USA TODAY, 5 Mar. 2024

Another way to stay warm in the office that may not seem as obvious as electric heating pads or personal space heaters is simply staying hydrated. —Maryal Miller Carter, USA TODAY, 1 Feb. 2024

The intimacy of the bathroom, a private and personal space, becomes fertile ground for discovery and, sometimes, conflict within relationships. —Javier Hasse, Forbes, 16 Feb. 2024

From Indonesia to the Maldives to the Florida Keys, here are exclusive island escapes where personal space, endless privacy, natural beauty, and luxury abound. —Paul Rubio, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Jan. 2024

Repels moshing, jostling, pushing, elbowing, and sweaty, long-haired dancers with no concept of personal space. —Jennie Egerdie, The New Yorker, 6 Feb. 2024

Whoopi Goldberg's personal space, mental well being, and overall bubble of peace were all hilariously invaded by a pervasive lavender haze wafting over from Alyssa Farah Griffin's side of The View table this morning. —EW.com, 31 Jan. 2024