as in distance
the space or amount of space between two points, lines, surfaces, or objects
the spacing of the houses was a little tight
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Recent Examples of spacing
Use wider spacing when planting as an accent.
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Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 26 Aug. 2025
If someone touches the flexible skin, the pressure causes the spacing between the dots to change at that location.
—New Atlas, 26 Aug. 2025
Extend it to four seconds to ensure safe spacing in adverse conditions.
—Bay Area Weather Report, Mercury News, 12 Aug. 2025
The spacing is dense, but breathable.
—Ray Mark Rinaldi, Denver Post, 11 Aug. 2025
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Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 26 Aug. 2025
If someone touches the flexible skin, the pressure causes the spacing between the dots to change at that location.
—New Atlas, 26 Aug. 2025
Extend it to four seconds to ensure safe spacing in adverse conditions.
—Bay Area Weather Report, Mercury News, 12 Aug. 2025
The spacing is dense, but breathable.
—Ray Mark Rinaldi, Denver Post, 11 Aug. 2025
See All Example Sentences for spacing
Recent Examples of Synonyms for spacing
Noun
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Maintain a safe distance from large vehicles - Trucks or buses can produce a water spray that hampers visibility.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Sep. 2025
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Keep a distance from tall, solitary trees or other elevated structures.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
5 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Dig a hole that is the same depth as your mum, but at least 1 1/2 times the width of the root ball.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
6 Sep. 2025
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Select a size for your kitchen sink The most common width for a kitchen sink is about 30 inches, and most sinks are at least five inches deep but usually closer to 9 or 10 inches.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The 18-foot interior length leaves plenty of space for a living area with cozy seating and a table or kitchen island for dining with a view.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
9 Sep. 2025
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Target dropped new trench coats in various lengths and shades, with prices starting at just $22.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
PEOPLE,
9 Sep. 2025
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“Spacing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spacing. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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