Example Sentences

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Renault and Nissan have been distancing themselves from the scandal.

From Washington Times • Jun. 19, 2023

Both Renault and Nissan have been distancing themselves from the Ghosn scandal.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 6, 2023

“Politicians have been distancing themselves ever more from the citizens,” Mr. Hofer said in a closing video appeal to voters on Saturday.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 4, 2016

However, the night’s keynote speaker, Swearengin, appears to have been distancing herself from other Republicans since advancing in the June primary.

From Washington Times • Sep. 18, 2014

“All the party leaders have been distancing themselves.”

From BusinessWeek • Jul. 12, 2011