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within walking distance vs within a walking distance

The correct phrase is 'within walking distance.' The phrase 'within a walking distance' is incorrect in English. 'Within walking distance' is a common and idiomatic expression used to describe a location that is close enough to walk to.

Last updated: March 17, 2024 • 3942 views

within walking distance

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

Use 'within walking distance' to indicate that a location is close enough to walk to.

Examples:

  • The hotel is within walking distance of the beach.
  • There are several restaurants within walking distance of the office.
  • The grocery store is within walking distance from my house.
  • The park is within walking distance, so we can go there easily.
  • The school is within walking distance, so the kids can walk there.
  • close enough to walk to. is the train station within walking distance? My office is within walking distance from here. See also: distance, walking, within.
  • No it is not with in walking distance. It is about a 8 minute drive. Unfortunately there is no hotels at this time within walking distance to Dollywood! As of next year ...
  • Jan 7, 2007 ... ... as to the use of "of" and "from"? Thanks. Gama-chan. Click to expand... Your friend was right - it's "within walking distance of Central Square".
  • Within walking distance (<.5 miles). 24,709 views. Made with Google My Maps. Untitled layer. The College Club of Boston. Copley Square. The Public Garden.

within a walking distance

This phrase is incorrect in English.

  • Nov 19, 2007 ... 'I don't wanna die within a walking distance from my birth place' or 'I don't wanna die at a walking distance from my birth place' Thanks.
  • Sep 13, 2015 ... We definitely recommend Casa del Baronello if you want to experience “the best of Palermo within a walking distance.” Stayed: August 2015 ...
  • The property is located within a walking distance to most of the shopping and dining in Avalon and is also close to the beach. I would definitely recommend ...
  • What is the future of Mountain View? Where can I find a seafood restaurant on or within a walking distance of Castro St. in downtown Mountain View, CA?

Alternatives:

  • within walking distance

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