noun
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the arrangement of letters, words, etc, on a page in order to achieve legibility or aesthetic appeal
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the arrangement of objects in a space
Other Word Forms
- self-spacing adjective
Etymology
Origin of spacing
Example Sentences
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Boss has experienced setbacks at its Honeymoon uranium mine in South Australia and Macquarie highlights risks around the so-called wide spacing trials planned by the company to improve performance.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 4, 2026
If only the Surge could control the flow and spacing of news events, the world would run a lot smoother.
From Slate • Jan. 31, 2026
The spacing between particles becomes irregular, similar to a liquid, while the angles between them remain partially ordered, a trait usually associated with solids.
From Science Daily • Jan. 26, 2026
But the small lineup has helped with spacing, creating more driving lanes for Dent while also allowing Bilodeau to beat more plodding counterparts on offense.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 8, 2026
And even though I’m having no trouble concentrating, I’m surprised to catch Fiona spacing out a couple of times.
From "The Running Dream" by Wendelin Van Draanen
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