distance
noun
the extent or amount of space between two things, points, lines, etc.
is distancing
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present progressiveof distance (3rd person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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For now, Tehran is distancing itself from talks.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 24, 2026
There has been speculation that @Heritage is distancing itself from @TuckerCarlson over the past 24 hours.
From Salon ● Nov. 11, 2025
The “Unbreakable” pop superstar is distancing herself from reports that she issued an apology after questioning Harris’ mixed-race identity in a recent interview.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 23, 2024
But in Duluth, Mayor Emily Larson is distancing herself from the idea.
From Seattle Times ● Mar. 12, 2023
The fashion industry is distancing itself from Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, after his antisemitic outbursts.
From New York Times ● Oct. 25, 2022
