distances 1 of 2

noun

Definition of distancesnext
plural of distance
1
as in lengths
the space or amount of space between two points, lines, surfaces, or objects the distance between the earth and the sun is about 93 million miles

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2
as in expanses
a wide space or area a region marked by great, featureless distances

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distances

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verb

present tense third-person singular of distance
1
as in retreats

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as in ditches

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  1. lengths
  2. expansions
  3. recedes
  4. heights
  5. ways
Noun
  • The family trees are based on how similar or dissimilar the different species’ genomes are, and the lengths of the tree branches are dictated by how much genetic change there is from one species to another.
    Kate Golembiewski, CNN, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Local Facebook groups, previously filled with weekend activity recommendations and hand-me-down clothes offerings, are now swamped with moms ready to go to great lengths to help one another − even while in dire need themselves.
    John Bacon, USA TODAY, 3 Oct. 2024
Definition of lengths
Noun
  • These expansions come amid the increasing popularity of Obamacare with record enrollment for individual coverage purchased on exchanges under the ACA in part because tax credits have continued and been enhanced to more Americans under the Biden-Harris administration.
    Bruce Japsen, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
  • Among those key launches are notable expansions into lip balms, as well as body care.
    James Manso, WWD, 1 Oct. 2024
Definition of expansions
Verb
  • September usually brings relief to heat-weary Phoenix, as fall arrives and monsoon humidity recedes.
    Hayleigh Evans, The Arizona Republic, 1 Oct. 2024
  • Time slows, noise recedes, and the music comes into focus.
    Alex Ross, The New Yorker, 30 Sep. 2024
Definition of recedes
Noun
  • Leaders who understand the dynamics of team building unlock the potential in their people and drive performance to new heights.
    Lynda Silsbee, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Will the Abbott crew lift the gang up to nobler heights, or will they be dragged into the gutter for some classic Sunny shenanigans?
    Ryan Coleman, EW.com, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of heights
Noun
  • For years, researchers have sought safe ways to enhance our natural healing processes without resulting in scars.
    Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 4 Oct. 2024
  • In 2008, Rosen told The Associated Press studying classic films helped young filmmakers find new ways to tell stories and discover their own point-of-view.
    Etan Vlessing, The Hollywood Reporter, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of ways
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