clearance between

Examples (10)

• There wasn't enough clearance between the bus and the top of the bridge.
• Engineers must calculate the precise clearance between the moving parts of the machine.
• Leave at least two inches of clearance between the back of the fridge and the wall for ventilation.
• The mechanic checked the valve clearance between the rocker arm and the valve stem.
• Is there adequate clearance between the scaffolding and the power lines?
• We measured the clearance between the door frame and the new sofa before trying to move it in.
• The new design will increase the clearance between the train and the platform edge.
• He misjudged the clearance between his car and the pillar in the parking garage.
• A lack of clearance between the two components can cause friction and wear.
• The building code specifies a minimum clearance between the ceiling and the top of the sprinkler head.