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distances

Pronunciation: [ˈdɪstənsɪz]

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Learn how to use distances in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “measurement”

(noun) Distances are how far apart two places or things are from each other. Think of it like counting how many steps it takes to get from your house to the park.

Example

The distances between the parks in our city are all very short, making it easy to walk to each one.

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The distances from my school to home are not short; it takes me a long time to walk back.

Example

What are the distances between your house and your friend's house?

Context: “relationship”

(noun) Distances can also refer to how emotionally or socially far people feel from each other. If someone feels sad and alone, they might say they feel a distance from their friends.

Example

Even though they live far apart, the friends maintained a close connection despite the distances.

Example

After the argument, the distance between them felt much bigger.

Example

Do you think the distances in friendships can change over time?

Context: “measure”

(verb) To distance means to make something or someone farther away. It can be used when you want to stay away from a situation or person.

Example

She decided to distance herself from the negative comments online.

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He didn't want to distance himself from his friends; he loved spending time with them.

Example

Why are you trying to distance yourself from that situation?

How to pronounce distances

Pronunciation: [ˈdɪstənsɪz]

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