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keep one's distance

  1. Stay away; also, remain emotionally remote. For example, It's wise to keep one's distance from any wild animal, or Since the family argued with him, Harry's been keeping his distance. [Late 1500s]



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But she says it’s still important to keep one’s distance from others, ā€œthe farther the better,ā€ because aerosols are most concentrated near a source and pose a bigger risk at close range.

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But she says it’s still important to keep one’s distance from others, ā€œthe farther the better,ā€ because aerosols are most concentrated near a source and pose a bigger risk at close range.

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On the bright side, it’s easy to keep one’s distance.

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Dis′tanceless, not allowing a distant view—said of hazy weather: having no indications of distance—said of certain pictures.—Keep one at a distance, to treat with reserve; Keep one's distance, to abstain from familiarity with, to keep aloof from.

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One can't remember to keep one's distance, with you.

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