keep at arm's length

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keep at arm's length

1. (及物) 与...保持一定距离
2. (及物，比喻義) 避免与...接触或冲突
   • 2013 11月 6, Chris Bevan, “Borussia Dortmund 0-1 Arsenal”, 出自 BBC Sport:

     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.

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3. (及物，比喻義) 避免与...深交

   She's been keeping me at arm's length all the time. She doesn't want to get involved. ― 她一直都与我保持距离，不想掺和进来。