What is the distance called on either side of a punctuation mark?

There isn't a specific term for the distance on either side of a punctuation mark.

However, the spacing around punctuation marks is generally referred to as "punctuation spacing" or simply "spacing".

The specific amount of space used can vary depending on the style guide being followed (e.g., Chicago Manual of Style, MLA Handbook).

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