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spacing

noun

ˈspā-siŋ

Definition of spacing

as in distance

the space or amount of space between two points, lines, surfaces, or objects the spacing of the houses was a little tight

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Recent Examples of spacing During heat treatment, nanoscale regions with slightly different atomic spacing begin to precipitate within the alloy. — Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 1 Oct. 2026 The goal is to have the planting look random with no pattern or consistent spacing. — Dr. Matthew Lisy, Hartford Courant, 28 Sep. 2026 To further reduce mildew issues, use proper plant spacing (18 to 24 inches) and water at the base. — Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Sep. 2026 There’s a gamble here that both of my picks don’t turn into good deep shooters and spacing becomes an issue, but the talent is too good to pass up. — Victor Wembanyama, New York Times, 9 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for spacing

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Third downs against the Rebels were tough sledding; the Tigers’ average third-down distance was from 8 yards out.

— PJ Green, Kansas City Star, 18 Oct. 2026
More than half a million children cannot attend school in Sierra Leone due to costs, food insecurity and long, unsafe distances to school, Garland learned.

— Livi Stanford, Hartford Courant, 18 Oct. 2026

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Each channel measures roughly half the width of a human hair in depth.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 13 Oct. 2026
Getty Images The University of Missouri Extension says the width of the brown stripe may be a better indication of the previous winter and spring than a prediction of the upcoming winter.

— Ray Petelin, CBS News, 12 Oct. 2026

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