The two candidates are separated by the length of the Flemington straight.
the length of the Flemington straight
idiomA long way, a great distance, a large gap, a lot.
Origin
disputed originIn reference to Flemington Racecourse, the straight of which is 450m long and the focus of much of Australia at the end of the annual Melbourne Cup.
The project is nowhere near finished; we are still the length of the Flemington straight from our goal.
Despite their shared history, the two former friends now hold opinions separated by the length of the Flemington straight.
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arm's length
Distant, detached.
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damn straight
Without doubt, certainly, for sure.
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draw a straight furrow
To live correctly or ethically, without deviating from the right line of duty.
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get one's head straight
To clear one's mind; to think clearly.
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get one's priorities straight
Synonym of get one's act together.
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get straight
Synonym of clarify: to make clear, to reach an understanding.
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go straight
To discontinue engaging in criminal acts; to become a law-abiding person.
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keep straight
To avoid confusing or mixing up something; to keep something clear or organized.