distance

Definition

  • noun: the amount of space between two places or things
  • noun: separation in time
  • verb: to show that you are not involved with someone or something
  • verb: to place or keep at a distance
  • often used figuratively
  • synonyms: discrepancy, contrariety, ceremoniousness

Examples

  • They were almost 'within striking distance' of their goal. = Their goal was almost 'within striking distance'. [=they were close to achieving their goal]

  • He spotted the group 'at a distance of' one mile. [=he saw the group when they were one mile away from him]

  • ('Brit') The book is better than the movie 'by some distance'. [=the book is much better than the movie]

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) You don't have to protect me. I'm not afraid. Please don't shut me out again. Please don't slam the door. You don't have to keep your distance anymore. 'Cause for the first time in forever, I finally understand. For the first time in forever, We can fix this hand in hand. (..)
    2013 Frozen
  • (..) Turn away and Slam the door. I don't care what they're going to say. Let the storm rage on. The cold never bothered me anyway. It's funny how some distance makes everything seem small. And the fears that once controlled me. Can't get to me at all. It's time to see what I can do, (..)
    2013 Frozen