some distance

phrase

: not a short way
The nearest gas station is some distance away.

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While the region is quite some distance from Rome, regional train lines and the nearest airport, in Brindisi, can get you there. Elizabeth Heath, Travel + Leisure, 10 July 2026 Its long focal length, oversized sensor (for a compact), and relatively wide aperture combine to create background blur, most noticeable when there is some distance between the subject and the background, or when working at macro distances. Jim Fisher, PC Magazine, 9 July 2026 Aim to give kiwi some distance from other ethylene-producing produce items, including apples, avocados, mangoes, and tomatoes, as these may speed up spoilage. Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 July 2026

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“Some distance.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/some%20distance. Accessed 18 Jul. 2026.

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