standoff

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tasapeli A device which maintains a fixed distance between two objects, especially between a surface and a sign or electrical wiring.
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Feedlines attaching antennas to radio equipment, particularly twin lead type, often must be kept at a distance from metal structures. The insulated supports used for this purpose are called standoff insulators.

I dont want to get involved in the standoff between those two.''

A tense standoff between demonstrators and police continued overnight.