personal space
Americannoun
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personal spaces
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It illustrates that there is already a sense of ownership of both your friend’s personal space and her rights to live freely and independently.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 30, 2026
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
"The Swedish mentality is like – you shouldn't disturb others. We value personal space a lot, and we have a hard time breaking the ice," he says.
From BBC ● Dec. 29, 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
Jacqui has her elbows out, trying to keep her personal space.
From "Dry" by Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman
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