distancing >> /ˈdɪst(ə)ns/
Definition: [verb] Make (someone or something) far off or remote in position or nature.
Example: her mother wished to distance her from the rough village children
Definition: [verb] Beat (a horse) by a distance.
Example: He gave way after the first half-mile and was distanced.
Definition: [noun] The length of the space between two points.
Example: I cycled the short distance home
Definition: [noun] The full length of a race.
Example: he claimed the 100 m title in only his second race over the distance
Definition: [noun] The avoidance of familiarity; reserve.
Example: a mix of warmth and distance makes a good neighbour