Short distance Crossword Clue

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Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

The clue "Short distance" leads to the answer "INCH" in today's crossword. Here's why this clue corresponds to the answer:

• Length Measurement: An inch is a unit of length measurement in various systems, typically equal to 1/12 of a foot or 2.54 centimeters. It is indeed a short distance when compared to larger units like feet or meters.
• Accuracy: When precision is required in measurements, using inches is common due to its smaller increments compared to larger units such as yards or miles. This highlights its association with the idea of a short distance.
• Everyday Usage: In everyday language, we often refer to small distances or movements as being "just an inch away" or "moved an inch," indicating a minimal or short shift from one point to another.

Considering these aspects, the answer "INCH" fits the clue "Short distance" by emphasizing a unit of measurement that signifies a small or minimized span or gap.

More Answers:

• INCH
• STONESTHROW
• STEP
• STONES SHHOO
• HOPSKIPANDAJUMP
• INCHES
• STONESTHROWAWAY

Definition of "INCH"

a unit of linear measure equal to one twelfth of a foot (2.54 cm)

Example :

the toy train is four inches long

eighteen inches of thread

my only reservation is the goalkeeper's lack of inches

 The Crossword clue "Short distance" published 55 time/s & has 7 answer/s. 

Crossword	Date	Answer
The Times Concise	24 February 2024	INCH
Mirror classic	13 October 2023	STONESTHROW
Newsday.com	17 August 2023	INCH
The Guardian Speedy	5 March 2023	STONESTHROW
Family Time Crossword	25 January 2021	INCH
Penny dell	3 June 2019	STEP
Crossword Climber	2 July 2018	STEP
Wall Street Journal	11 January 2018	STEP
The Washington Post	16 December 2016	STONESTHROW
USA Today	22 January 2016	STEP
Universal	13 December 2015	HOPSKIPANDAJUMP
L.A. Times Daily	27 June 2015	STEP
New York Times	16 August 2013	STEP
The Guardian	30 January 2013	INCH