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Separation between subjects

A placement relation in which two or more subjects have a clear spatial gap or separating boundary between them without touching or overlapping

A placement relation in which two or more subjects have a clear spatial gap between them.

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Separation between subjects · Two lamps placed near one another

Two lamps placed near one another

The standard comparison motif cannot compare a clear gap between two subjects, so it is replaced with two nearby neutral subjects that do not touch or overlap and do not yet emphasize separation.

Both languages share the English example images. Japanese prompts are the recorded translations.

A phrase to start with

Creates a clear spatial gap between subjects.

Appearance and effects

Two or more subjects do not touch or overlap, and a clear open area or boundary is visible between them.

Visual traits

  • multiple subjects
  • clear gap
  • absence of touching or overlap

Expected changes

  • An open area or separating boundary between subjects is more likely to appear

Five examples

1 — Two people standing near one another

The standard comparison motif cannot compare a clear gap between two subjects, so it is replaced with two nearby neutral subjects that do not touch or overlap and do not yet emphasize separation.

two people standing near one another in an open area, with outlines that do not touch or overlap and no emphasized gap

  • two nearby people who do not touch or overlap
  • an open area
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2 — Two chairs placed near one another

The standard comparison motif cannot compare a clear gap between two subjects, so it is replaced with two nearby neutral subjects that do not touch or overlap and do not yet emphasize separation.

two chairs placed near one another in a bright room, with outlines that do not touch or overlap and no emphasized gap

  • two nearby chairs that do not touch or overlap
  • a bright room
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3 — Two trees standing near one another

The standard comparison motif cannot compare a clear gap between two subjects, so it is replaced with two nearby neutral subjects that do not touch or overlap and do not yet emphasize separation.

two trees standing near one another on level ground, with outlines that do not touch or overlap and no emphasized gap

  • two nearby trees that do not touch or overlap
  • level ground
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4 — Two lamps placed near one another

The standard comparison motif cannot compare a clear gap between two subjects, so it is replaced with two nearby neutral subjects that do not touch or overlap and do not yet emphasize separation.

two lamps placed near one another in a quiet room, with outlines that do not touch or overlap and no emphasized gap

  • two nearby lamps that do not touch or overlap
  • a quiet room
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5 — Two rocks near one another

The standard comparison motif cannot compare a clear gap between two subjects, so it is replaced with two nearby neutral subjects that do not touch or overlap and do not yet emphasize separation.

two rocks near one another in a calm outdoor area, with outlines that do not touch or overlap and no emphasized gap

  • two nearby rocks that do not touch or overlap
  • a calm outdoor area
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Meaning and scope

Definition

Separation between subjects is a placement relation in which two or more subjects have a clear spatial gap or separating boundary between them without touching or overlapping. It does not determine feelings of parting, divorce, social division, ownership, conflict, or direction of movement.

In more detail

It concerns a clear gap between subjects. It is distinct from left-right, front-back, or above-below order by itself and from a small temporary spacing.

Includes

  • A clear spatial gap or separating boundary between two or more subjects

Excludes

  • Feelings of parting, divorce, social division, ownership, conflict, or direction of movement
  • Left-right, front-back, or above-below order by itself, or a small temporary spacing

What this does not imply

  • Feelings of parting, divorce, social division, ownership, conflict, or direction of movement

Variability

The subjects, width of the gap, appearance of the boundary, and location can be adjusted separately.

Usage and adjustments

Usage

  • Use it to show a clear gap between subjects

Distinguish similar expressions

  • Specify an emotional or social meaning separately when needed

Typical uses

  • Create a clear spatial gap between two or more subjects

Possible failure modes

  • The subjects touch or overlap, the gap is too small to read, or the result reads as emotional or social division

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