Yes, your proof is correct and follows a standard approach. You've applied the triangle inequality to derive the reverse triangle inequality, which is what you're trying to prove. Here's a summary of the key steps:

1. Start with $\|x\|$: $\|x\| = \|x - y + y\|$ This step decomposes $x$ as $(x - y) + y$.

2. Apply the triangle inequality: The triangle inequality $\|a + b\| \leq \|a\| + \|b\|$ is applied where $a = x - y$ and $b = y$. This gives: $\|x - y + y\| \leq \|x - y\| + \|y\|$ Hence, $\|x\| \leq \|x - y\| + \|y\|$

3. Rearrange to get the desired result: Subtract $\|y\|$ from both sides: $\|x\| - \|y\| \leq \|x - y\|$

This completes the proof of the reverse triangle inequality $\|x\| - \|y\| \leq \|x - y\|$.

Suggestions for improvement:

1. It might be helpful to explicitly state that the triangle inequality is the key tool being used, especially in formal settings.
2. You could briefly mention the importance of the reverse triangle inequality in the context of normed spaces.

Would you like any further details or explanations?

5 Related Questions:

1. Can the reverse triangle inequality be strict? Under what conditions?
2. How does the reverse triangle inequality apply in $L^p$ spaces for different $p$ norms?
3. Can you generalize the reverse triangle inequality for inner product spaces?
4. How does the reverse triangle inequality relate to convexity in normed vector spaces?
5. What are other common inequalities used in functional analysis, besides the triangle inequality?

Tip:

In mathematical proofs, clearly stating which property (like the triangle inequality) is being used at each step can make your argument more rigorous and easier to follow.