distance

simple noun89 collocationsAvg. frequency: 6.8

A distance that is not too far and is acceptable or convenient.

Indicates a relatively long distance.

An unspecified but particular distance.

Indicates a surprisingly or relatively long distance.

The degree of separation or lack of connection between social groups or individuals.

Used in technical or scientific contexts.

A specified or predefined distance.

A lack of emotional connection or intimacy.

A sense of being mentally or emotionally separate.

An athlete who competes in long-distance running events.

An athlete who competes in long-distance swimming events.

Close enough to be reached by walking.

Close enough to attack or achieve something.

A feeling of being emotionally or socially separate.

Refers to the space separating two things.

Used to describe something far away but visible or audible.

From a point that is not near.

To maintain a physical or emotional separation.

Also used figuratively, e.g., 'go the distance' means to complete a difficult task.

More formal way to say 'keep your distance', often referring to professional or critical separation.

To form an opinion or guess about the distance, often visually.