keep sb. at a distance

• 与某人保持相当距离； 对某人疏远； 敬而远之

keep sb. at a distance的用法和样例：

例句

1. We kept her at a respectful distance.
   我们对她敬而远之。
2. Their backs ooze a slimy neurotoxin that is meant to keep predators away.
   它们的背上会渗出粘液状的神经毒素，让猎食者敬而远之。