keep at arm's length

动词 v.
中文释义

英文释义

动词 v.
  1. Keep at a distance, away from one's body. transitive
  2. Avoid direct confrontation or struggle. figuratively,transitive
    — Ramsey's goal secured the points, but the win came on the back of a measured performance that saw Arsenal keep Dortmund at arm's length for long periods and score with a classic counter-attack.
  3. Avoid a close relationship. figuratively,transitive
    — She's been keeping me at arm's length all the time. She doesn't want to get involved.
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