personal space
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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In a hybrid-work world, the office should be a place that enhances productivity and restoring a sense of personal space would help achieve that.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 5, 2026
For some, withdrawing into a small personal space and lowering expectations seems like a rational, even self-protective, response.
From MarketWatch • Nov. 25, 2025
She adds that billionaires cherished their personal space and independence even more.
From BBC • Jul. 2, 2025
“Carving out personal space promotes a sense of agency,” Tovar says, “and provides you refuge if you need to get away from the crowd.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 23, 2025
Of course, for some of them, personal space can stretch the distance between the earth and the moon.
From "Challenger Deep" by Neal Shusterman
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