as in distance
the space or amount of space between two points, lines, surfaces, or objects
the spacing of the houses was a little tight
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Recent Examples of spacing
The two-big look gives New York a shot at controlling the paint while better contesting Boston’s five-out spacing.
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Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 4 May 2025
The Revolution’s back line maintained tight spacing, rarely allowing clean shots on goal despite Charlotte’s overwhelming possession advantage.
—Colin Cerniglia, Charlotte Observer, 27 Apr. 2025
The testing resulted in understanding the impact of measures such as all metal fencing instead of wood or vinyl, and expanding the spacing of homes to be 10 feet apart.
—Jennifer Castenson, Forbes.com, 10 Apr. 2025
For the Heat, the consternation was not only the lack of Curry-level spacing (if there even is such a thing beyond Curry in the NBA), but also Butler’s lack of availability, a problem that again surfaced this season ahead of the falling out with Heat management.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 25 Mar. 2025
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Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 4 May 2025
The Revolution’s back line maintained tight spacing, rarely allowing clean shots on goal despite Charlotte’s overwhelming possession advantage.
—Colin Cerniglia, Charlotte Observer, 27 Apr. 2025
The testing resulted in understanding the impact of measures such as all metal fencing instead of wood or vinyl, and expanding the spacing of homes to be 10 feet apart.
—Jennifer Castenson, Forbes.com, 10 Apr. 2025
For the Heat, the consternation was not only the lack of Curry-level spacing (if there even is such a thing beyond Curry in the NBA), but also Butler’s lack of availability, a problem that again surfaced this season ahead of the falling out with Heat management.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 25 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for spacing
Noun
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Keep clear of puddles - Driving through puddles or low rainwater areas can cause vehicles to hydroplane or skid out of control Maintain a safe distance from large vehicles - Trucks or buses can produce a water spray that hampers visibility.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
29 May 2025
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Flowers kept his distance the following summer and got a job at Charlestown Senior Living in Catonsville.—
Edward Lee,
Baltimore Sun,
29 May 2025
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Our testers looked at the thickness and width of the band, padding, underwiring, and how well the bra was able to stay up throughout the day without slipping.—
Michelle Rostamian,
People.com,
22 May 2025
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But the width of those bands also makes a difference in eliminating interference and increasing speeds.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
22 May 2025
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This version of chicken on a stick is simple: an oversized juicy chicken tender that stretches the entire length of a bamboo skewer that’s floured, battered, and fried.—
Ann Taylor Pittman,
Southern Living,
24 May 2025
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The study measures telomeres length, which are made from DNA sequences and proteins, and serve as a cap, protecting the end of chromosomes.—
Mandy Taheri,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 May 2025
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“Spacing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spacing. Accessed 6 Jun. 2025.
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