Apart

usgb/əˈpɑːrt/
adverb

Separate by distance or time.

The two towers are a mile apart.
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  • miles apart
  • days apart
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Physical Distance

Refers to measurable space between things or people.

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The shops are ten minutes apart by walk.
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Figurative Gap

Used to express differences in opinions, status, or nature.

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Their political views are miles apart.
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