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distancing

UK
/ˈdɪstənsɪŋ/
US
/ˈdɪstənsɪŋ/
distancingnoun
distancings
pl
Translations
The distancing between the two friends became more apparent after their argument.
La distanciation entre les deux amis est devenue plus évidente après leur dispute.
distanciation socialeSurtout en contexte de santé publique.
Social distancing was implemented in public spaces to reduce the transmission of the virus.
La distanciation sociale a été mise en place dans les espaces publics pour réduire la transmission du virus.
Additional translations
mise à distanceTour plus concret, utilisé pour une séparation physique ou émotionnelle.
distanciation physiqueUtilisé surtout dans le registre sanitaire moderne.
Definitions
The act of creating or maintaining a physical or emotional separation between oneself and others.
The distancing between the two friends became more apparent after their argument.
A strategy or practice of keeping a safe or appropriate distance, often used in the context of public health to prevent the spread of disease.
Social distancing was implemented in public spaces to reduce the transmission of the virus.
Synonyms
isolation
separation
aloofness
remoteness
detachment
distancingadjective
more distancing
Comp.
most distancing
Super.
UK
/ˈdɪs.tən.sɪŋ/
US
/ˈdɪs.tən.sɪŋ/
Used attributively before another noun (e.g., "distancing measures").
Translations
de distanciationEmployé surtout en apposition ou dans des groupes nominaux figés.
Distancing rules were put in place during the outbreak.
Des règles de distanciation ont été mises en place pendant l'épidémie.
Definitions
Designed to create or maintain physical or emotional distance.
Distancing rules were put in place during the outbreak.
Synonyms
standoffish
cold
disengaged
unapproachable
isolating
separating
distant
aloof
detached
withdrawn
remote
reserved
distancenoun
Definitions
The amount of space between two points, usually measured in units such as meters, kilometers, miles, etc.
The distance between the two cities is approximately 300 miles.
A far-off point or place, often used to describe something that is not immediately accessible or visible.
In the distance, we could see the mountains rising against the sky.
A state of being emotionally or socially detached or aloof.
There was a noticeable distance between the two friends after their argument.
A length of time or a period that separates two events or points in time.
The distance between the two meetings was just enough for a quick lunch.
The complete length or duration of a sporting contest, especially a boxing match, that is reached without a knockout or withdrawal.
The underdog went the distance and finished all twelve rounds.
distanceverb

distancing

ing-form

distanced
Past Simple
distanced
Past Participle
distancing
ing-form
UK
/ˈdɪstəns/
US
/ˈdɪstəns/
Translations
éloignerVerbe transitif.
She tried to distance herself from the controversy.
Elle a essayé de s’éloigner de la controverse.
distancerAu sens sportif : prendre de l’avance sur ses adversaires.
The runner managed to distance his competitors in the final lap.
Le coureur a réussi à distancer ses concurrents dans le dernier tour.
Definitions
To make or become distant or remote in position or relationship.
She tried to distance herself from the controversy.
To leave behind or surpass in a race or competition.
The runner managed to distance his competitors in the final lap.
Synonyms
separate
dissociate
remove
detach
isolate
distanceadjective
Definitions
Relating to activity, study, or work carried out remotely rather than face-to-face.
Distance education enables students to learn from anywhere in the world.
Covering or relating to long distances, especially in athletics or transport.
He is a distance runner specializing in marathons.
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