within/in walking distance

idiom

: not very far : close enough to reach by walking

Her house is within walking distance.

—often + of

Her job is within walking distance of her school.

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Here, there is a thriving community of art, culture, and cuisine, all within walking distance of this luxury hotel. —

Karen Norian, Travel + Leisure, 30 Oct. 2024 Within walking distance of Stonecliffe is Woods Restaurant. —

Beth Luberecki, USA TODAY, 29 Oct. 2024 My passion for strengthening our schools and my vision for a quality school within walking distance of every home keep me in this fight. —

Claire Malon, Chicago Tribune, 26 Oct. 2024 Located in the Lower Garden District, this exquisite Airbnb is within walking distance of NOLA must-sees, including the French Quarter, Superdome, and Arts District. —

Kristi Kellogg, Architectural Digest, 21 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for within/in walking distance

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