discreet distance
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A distance that is far enough to be polite or to avoid being noticed.
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- The private detective followed the suspect from a discreet distance.
- When the couple started arguing, I moved to a discreet distance to give them privacy.
- Wildlife photographers observe animals from a discreet distance to avoid startling them.
- He kept a discreet distance from his ex-girlfriend at the party.
- The security team maintained a discreet distance around the celebrity, close enough to intervene.
- She watched her toddler play on the playground from a discreet distance.
- A good journalist often observes events from a discreet distance to remain unnoticed.
- You should keep a discreet distance from the argument to avoid getting involved.
- The cat watched the bird from a discreet distance, preparing to pounce.
- It's polite to keep a discreet distance when someone is having a private conversation.