at arm's length

Examples (20)

• He held the dirty rag at arm's length.
• He has to hold newspapers at arm's length to focus on the print.
• After the argument, she decided to keep him at arm's length.
• She kept him at arm's length until he stopped smoking.
• As a journalist, it's important to keep your subjects at arm's length to maintain objectivity.
• He extended his hand, trying to keep the dog at arm's length.
• She held the photograph at arm's length to see it more clearly.
• Hold the camera at arm's length for a wider selfie.
• The company insisted that all negotiations be conducted at arm's length.
• The magician held the deck of cards at arm's length, inviting inspection.
• He has a tendency to hold new people at arm's length until he gets to know them better.
• After the argument, she decided to keep her former friend at arm's length.
• The celebrity keeps the media at arm's length to protect her private life.
• It's sometimes best to keep professional relationships at arm's length.
• The zookeeper handled the snake at arm's length as a precaution.
• He always keeps new acquaintances at arm's length, never revealing too much.
• For years, he kept his estranged father at arm's length.
• To maintain objectivity, the reporter kept the politicians at arm's length.
• An at arm's length transaction ensures that both parties act in their own self-interest.
• Despite their shared history, he chose to hold her at arm's length emotionally.