He saw a figure in the distance.

Meaning: He perceived with his eye a shape or outline that was far away.

Choice of Words: Saw means to perceive with the eye. Figure means a shape or outline. Distance means the amount of space between two things.

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Related Expressions

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• Ghostly figure appeared suddenly.
• A lone figure emerged from the shadows, cloaked in mystery.
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• In the distance, I heard a faint sound of music.
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