keep at arm's length

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keep at arm's length

1. (及物) 與...保持一定距離
2. (及物，比喻義) 避免與...接觸或衝突
   • 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) 避免與...深交

   She's been keeping me at arm's length all the time. She doesn't want to get involved. ― 她一直都與我保持距離，不想摻和進來。