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to space out
[phrase form: space]
01
to mentally disconnect and lose awareness of one's surroundings
Informal
Examples
While watching the mesmerizing sunset, he started to space out and lose track of time.
The monotonous lecture caused some students to space out, their minds wandering elsewhere.
02
to arrange things or events with enough space between them
Examples
He decided to space the shelves out, creating a visually appealing arrangement in the bookstore.
The city planner aimed to space the buildings out, creating a balanced urban environment.
