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Grammar fix

short distance

not far

A small amount of space between two places or things; not far to travel or move.

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Hear it in context

Notice where the phrase sounds natural.

  • The supermarket is only a short distance from my house.daily life
  • I prefer to cycle to work because it’s only a short distance from my apartment, so it’s quick and convenient.IELTS speaking

Fix the pattern

Pattern: a short distance (from/to/between)

WrongIt's a short distance from here by walk.

RightIt's a short distance from here on foot.

'On foot' or 'a short walk', never 'by walk'.

Patterna short distance (from/to/between)

Use it right

Choose the version that sounds natural in speech.

Stiff The destination is located within a short distance from here.

Natural It's only a short distance away.

Natural and compact; the formal version over-explains.

Build natural chunks

Words that usually travel with it.

  • a short distance from
    awayfromwalkwithin

Don't confuse it

'Long distance' means far away, while 'short distance' means close.

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