Usually means: Allowing ample space or distance.
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Definitions from Wiktionary (wide berth)

noun:  (nautical) Adequate distance from sea vessels or other objects to ensure safety and maneuverability.
noun:  (idiomatic, by extension) A considerable or comfortable distance from a person or object, especially for safety or deliberate avoidance.

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