distance
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distance with Russian translation
distance usage examples
После ссоры они держали дистанцию.
After the argument they kept their distance.
Эмоциональная дистанция выросла между коллегами.
Emotional distance grew between the colleagues.
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distance belongs to the topic "Conflicts and Reconciliation". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.
distance synonyms
What's the difference between distance / gap / separation / isolation / aloofness / reserve
There is a gap between policy and practice.
The separation of the two teams improved workflow.
complete cutting off or solitude; stronger, often involuntary separation
After the storm the island experienced long isolation.
socially distant, often perceived as proud or uninterested
His aloofness made him hard to approach.
She answered with reserve.
Her coldness surprised him.
lack of interest, concern, or sympathy; emotional distance through apathy
His indifference to her problems hurt her.
unfriendly reserve or aloof behaviour; somewhat colloquial
She seemed standoffish at first, but warmed up later.
the act of pulling back or retreating, physical or emotional; implies movement/action
His withdrawal from the group worried his friends.
process of detaching or ceasing involvement; often used in technical or formal contexts
The disengagement of the safety mechanism was dangerous.
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How to pronounce distance and what this word means
distance means distance. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce distance
/ˈdɪs.təns/
distance translation
distance
distance examples
After the argument they kept their distance.
distance transcription
/ˈdɪs.təns/, /ə ˈdɪstəns/
Questions about this word
distance meaning: what does it mean?
emotional gap
distance pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
distance is pronounced as /ˈdɪs.təns/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
distance definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
After the argument they kept their distance. Translation: После ссоры они держали дистанцию.
Is distance part of Conflicts and Reconciliation vocabulary?
Yes, distance can be learned in the Conflicts and Reconciliation topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is distance part of Family and Relationships vocabulary?
Yes, distance can be learned in the Family and Relationships topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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