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.

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That creates an inherent tension with norms around privacy and personal space. — Sebastian Herrera, Fortune, 24 Sep. 2026 Your privacy and personal space is where the real intimacy happens. — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 10 Sep. 2026 Errands, chores, or work needs may bump against your desire for ease, beauty, or personal space. — Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 29 Aug. 2026 For over two decades, Blue Origin has been largely Bezos's personal space dream, sustained mainly by his private wealth. — CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for personal space

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“Personal space.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/personal%20space. Accessed 4 Oct. 2026.

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