Phrases Describing People and Places

A stone's throw from...

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Meaning

Very close to.

Examples

  • John: Where is the cafe?
  • Alice: It's <b>a stone's throw from</b> the museum.
  • John: Oh, that's convenient. I'm visiting the museum anyway.
  • Alice: Yes, it's really close. Literally <b>a stone's throw from</b> the main entrance.