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Meanings of physical distancing in English

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Measures taken to reduce person-to-person contact in a given community, with a goal to stop or slow down the spread of a contagious disease.

Usage of physical distancing in English
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As Police Minister, Nash acknowledged police are not observing physical distancing rules.
Radio NZ
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Organisers said it would be peaceful and physical distancing would be observed.
The Guardian
3
That means no more physical distancing requirements or restrictions on gathering sizes.
Radio NZ
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Its physical distancing policies averted the murderous chaos of Italy and Spain.
News.com.au
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Delays in court dates and limits on physical distancing have… Video, Audio
Radio NZ
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The volunteer then delivers the package, maintaining physical distancing at the drop-off.
The Guardian
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The measures will remain in effect until physical distancing is no longer required.
Radio NZ
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However physical distancing requirements on planes and public transport were eased.
Radio NZ
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All events were banned and people had to follow strict physical distancing rules.
Radio NZ
10
She said physical distancing was difficult to maintain in a school.
Radio NZ
11
He said they were not a replacement for physical distancing and hand hygiene.
Jamaica Observer
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The message is aimed at getting people to adhere to physical distancing requirements.
News.com.au
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Out and about: People must maintain two metres of physical distancing.
News.com.au
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It said self isolating and physical distancing was challenging for the homeless community.
Radio NZ
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Forced confinement, physical distancing and care for the weakest seem futile.
The Guardian
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Many donned masks, but scores were observed flouting physical distancing guidelines.
Jamaica Observer
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Physical distancing across language varieties
New Zealand
Common
Australia
Common
South Africa
Less common
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