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as in lengths
the space or amount of space between two points, lines, surfaces, or objects
the distance between the earth and the sun is about 93 million miles
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as in expanses
a wide space or area
a region marked by great, featureless distances
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Recent Examples of distances
Ethan Siegel, Big Think, 26 Sep. 2025
These two dwarf galaxies orbit the Milky Way at distances of 163,000 and 200,000 light-years, respectively, moving through our galaxy's outer halo of hot gas not too dissimilar, but on a much smaller scale, from the Virgo Cluster's halo of hot gas.
—Keith Cooper, Space.com, 25 Sep. 2025
Right now, the technology can be used for distances up to about 90 miles.
—Evan Bush, NBC news, 25 Sep. 2025
The hydrogen atoms in the exosphere generate a faint glow called the geocorona, which is only detectable in ultraviolet light at great distances.
—Kyle Orland, ArsTechnica, 24 Sep. 2025
In a nationwide test in 2023, signals from the system were detected across Tibet, Inner Mongolia, and Guangdong, covering distances over 1,243 miles (2,000 kilometers).
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 22 Sep. 2025
The forked carbon plate is tuned for delivering an extra propulsive boost when covering distances and insta-reacting to unpredictable terrain changes.
—New Atlas, 21 Sep. 2025
Leisurely walking, especially for short distances, may not be enough to get the full potential benefit compared with walking longer distances at a brisker pace.
—Kristen Rogers, CNN Money, 20 Sep. 2025
That is, with Venus and earth-like planets at habitable distances from their stars as well as gas giants orbiting at Jupiter-like distances (which in our solar system’s case is 5 astronomical units), or five times the average distance between the Earth and sun.
—Bruce Dorminey, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
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On average, as confirmed for thousands upon thousands of galaxies at all different distances, the farther away a galaxy is from us, the greater the amount its light is redshifted.
—Ethan Siegel, Big Think, 26 Sep. 2025
These two dwarf galaxies orbit the Milky Way at distances of 163,000 and 200,000 light-years, respectively, moving through our galaxy's outer halo of hot gas not too dissimilar, but on a much smaller scale, from the Virgo Cluster's halo of hot gas.
—Keith Cooper, Space.com, 25 Sep. 2025
Right now, the technology can be used for distances up to about 90 miles.
—Evan Bush, NBC news, 25 Sep. 2025
The hydrogen atoms in the exosphere generate a faint glow called the geocorona, which is only detectable in ultraviolet light at great distances.
—Kyle Orland, ArsTechnica, 24 Sep. 2025
In a nationwide test in 2023, signals from the system were detected across Tibet, Inner Mongolia, and Guangdong, covering distances over 1,243 miles (2,000 kilometers).
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 22 Sep. 2025
The forked carbon plate is tuned for delivering an extra propulsive boost when covering distances and insta-reacting to unpredictable terrain changes.
—New Atlas, 21 Sep. 2025
Leisurely walking, especially for short distances, may not be enough to get the full potential benefit compared with walking longer distances at a brisker pace.
—Kristen Rogers, CNN Money, 20 Sep. 2025
That is, with Venus and earth-like planets at habitable distances from their stars as well as gas giants orbiting at Jupiter-like distances (which in our solar system’s case is 5 astronomical units), or five times the average distance between the Earth and sun.
—Bruce Dorminey, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for distances
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Fortunately for him, he’s never needed to go to such lengths with his own teams.—
Colton Pouncy,
New York Times,
29 Sep. 2025
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Traverse Bay Farms Similar to Blair's leasing experience, many small business owners are scoring more favorable terms, including flexible lease lengths, partial fit-outs, and even rent-free periods in some cases, according to Aird.—
Kevin Williams,
CNBC,
28 Sep. 2025
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Vast expanses of aluminum panels and budget glass, slabs that look like they were drawn with a hacksaw, façades checkered with air conditioners, stretches of dead street frontage—the whole neighborhood looks like a first draft.—
Justin Davidson,
Curbed,
22 Sep. 2025
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On the northern shore, Sarakiniko serves as a particular highlight thanks to its dramatic appearance, with vast expanses of bone-white rock stretching across its shoreline.—
Jared Ranahan,
Forbes.com,
18 Sep. 2025
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Burnley’s midfielders shift over in response, while Walker retreats to create the back five Burnley had used to defend the box up to that point.—
Anantaajith Raghuraman,
New York Times,
29 Sep. 2025
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Rest & Relaxation follows Amandeep (Mani), who in seeking solace on the brink of a life-changing decision, retreats to a secluded bed and breakfast where the eclectic guests challenge her preconceptions of family.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
16 Sep. 2025
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Dion, with her blond bombshell waves, ditches her microphone for the glass potion bottle, holding it firmly to the sky.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
1 Oct. 2025
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Dual Front mode Rainbow Six Siege ditches turn-taking to let players attack and defend simultaneously.—
Griff Griffin,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Sep. 2025
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The forecast factors in expansions to Taiwan’s semiconductor industry, investments in AI development, and expected energy savings.—
Yu-Tzu Chiu,
IEEE Spectrum,
2 Oct. 2025
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Other recent big-city brand expansions to Nashville include Pastis and Craig's.—
Mackensy Lunsford,
Nashville Tennessean,
2 Oct. 2025
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Why do these shootings persist, even as overall crime recedes?—
John J. Donohue,
Time,
15 Sep. 2025
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Our research highlights the fact that when public investment recedes, companies tend to focus on products with clearer near-term returns.—
Zeynep Hasgül,
The Conversation,
12 Sep. 2025
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In California, the warning is in effect for southeastern counties, with temperatures forecast to reach 111 F in Indian Wells Valley; and 115 F in Coachella Valley and San Diego County deserts.—
Matthew Robinson,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Aug. 2025
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Leaf Raking Leaf rakes can be plastic or metal, with different widths.—
Luke Miller,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 Sep. 2025
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Mapping means travelers with disabilities measure more than 200 data points, such as bed heights or doorway widths, since accessibility is far from one-size-fits-all, but rather that various needs can be met.—
Kathleen Wong,
USA Today,
26 Sep. 2025
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“Distances.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/distances. Accessed 6 Oct. 2025.
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