Meaning Of The Word Keep one's distance

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Keep one's distance Meaning

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What's The Definition Of Keep one's distance?

keep one's distance
phrase: If you keep your distance from someone or something or keep them at a distance, you do not become involved with them.
phrase: If you keep your distance from someone or something, you do not get physically close to them.

keep one's distance in British English
to avoid becoming familiar or involved; remain cool or aloof
to be or remain aloof or reserved
to maintain a proper or discreet reserve in respect of another person

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