The term 'Distant Ones' can refer to people or things that are far away, either physically or emotionally. It can also refer to THOSE who are not close to one another, either in terms of proximity or relationship. In the context of a crossword puzzle, the term 'Distant Ones' could refer to people or things that are far away from the puzzle's originator or from the puzzle's intended audience. It could also refer to people or things that are not related to the puzzle's theme or subject matter.