This is the 16430th most frequent Polish word.
wdali
"Wdali" means "in the distance" in English.
The word 'wdali' here is a form of the verb 'wdać się', meaning 'to engage in' or 'to get involved in'. It is used to describe entering a discussion or situation.
Wdali się w długą rozmowę na temat sztuki.
They engaged in a long conversation about art.
In this sentence, 'wdali' functions as an adverb meaning 'in the distance', referring to something that can be seen from afar.
Widok wdali gór był zapierający dech w piersiach.
The sight of the mountains in the distance was breathtaking.
Here, 'wdali' is again part of the phrase 'wdać się w', signifying involvement or engagement in a situation, in this case, a conflict.