How Close Is “A Stone’s Throw Away”?

When was the last time you found yourself saying, “It’s right over there,” but realized you didn’t sound convincing enough? That’s where “a stone’s throw away” comes in—it’s the perfect way to say something is super close without using boring old directions.

This phrase paints a picture: you’re standing there, tossing a stone, and boom—it lands right at the spot you’re talking about. It’s not about exact measurements; it’s about being delightfully vague while sounding like a poet.

Maybe the coffee shop is just a stone’s throw away from your office. Or your favorite park is a stone’s throw from your house. It’s much more interesting than saying, “It’s two blocks away,” don’t you think?

Here’s the fun part: even if you have a terrible throwing arm, the phrase still works. No need to get technical—it’s all about keeping things conversational.

So next time someone asks how far something is, toss in a little charm and say, “Oh, it’s just a stone’s throw away.” Trust me, they’ll be impressed.

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