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as in to close
to come near or nearer
the eagle closed in on its prey
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as in convenient
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Recent Examples of close in
Joe McKendrick, Forbes, 24 Mar. 2025
Of course, the prestigious school also is a massive economic generator for the famously progressive, and beautiful, close-in Chicago suburb, a community with grand old homes and enviable lakefront vistas but also some downtown business problems and struggling neighborhoods demanding attention.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 16 Mar. 2025
Some folks had been happy with their small, close-in apartments but now worked remotely and wanted more space.
—Bill Conerly, Forbes, 6 Mar. 2025
And Delta launches a nonstop to its Seattle hub from the close-in airport on March 9.
—Edward Russell, Travel + Leisure, 1 Mar. 2025
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Adjective
Add to that the close-in communications, collaboration and the sharing of ideas.
—Joe McKendrick, Forbes, 24 Mar. 2025
Of course, the prestigious school also is a massive economic generator for the famously progressive, and beautiful, close-in Chicago suburb, a community with grand old homes and enviable lakefront vistas but also some downtown business problems and struggling neighborhoods demanding attention.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 16 Mar. 2025
Some folks had been happy with their small, close-in apartments but now worked remotely and wanted more space.
—Bill Conerly, Forbes, 6 Mar. 2025
And Delta launches a nonstop to its Seattle hub from the close-in airport on March 9.
—Edward Russell, Travel + Leisure, 1 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for close in
Verb
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But Melissa outwits them all and knocks everyone out by closing the fireplace flue.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
4 Apr. 2025
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Tamie plans to keep the GoFundMe open per legal advice but looks forward to closing it once all arrangements are finalized.—
Ashley Vega,
People.com,
4 Apr. 2025
Verb
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During the day, their color darkens.—
Aspen Pflughoeft,
Miami Herald,
10 Apr. 2025
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Shared pool, pet-friendly, concierge, bike rentals, room-darkening shades Proximity is a big perk when staying at this luxe bungalow villa—downtown Tulum is just five minutes away by car, 10 minutes from the beach, and 15 minutes from Gran Cenote and Kaan Luum Lagoon.—
Erika Owen,
Architectural Digest,
5 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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When opting out becomes convenient, as easy as letting a contract expire, people are more likely to take it.—
Ruhama Wolle,
Glamour,
10 Apr. 2025
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If your driver picks up and confirms that your item has been found, coordinate a mutually convenient time and place to meet for its return to you.—
Saman Shafiq,
USA Today,
9 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The director even goes as far as removing David Holmes’ score during the hand-to-hand combat scenes.—
David Ehrlich,
IndieWire,
14 Mar. 2025
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Here was fought a strenuous trench and hand-to-hand battle between German defenders and Russian attackers.—
Alan Taylor,
The Atlantic,
13 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Lastly, future studies can come up with better methods to identify what these fireballs are made of using the colors of the meteors.—
Patrick M. Shober,
The Conversation,
14 Apr. 2025
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The issue comes up in group chats, on web forums, and even, occasionally, in couples-therapy sessions that the famed psychologist Julie Gottman facilitates.—
Ellen Cushing,
The Atlantic,
14 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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This one has a handy pocket in the middle that actually fits my iPhone 14 Pro.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
10 Apr. 2025
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Approach with caution, look at reviews, and maybe don’t use your main credit card (or at least keep your bank’s dispute line handy).—
Francesca Krempa,
StyleCaster,
10 Apr. 2025
Verb
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This shoulder to the chest of a Moscow defenceman off an offensive zone draw on the power play ensured SKA would have possession, and seemed to leave that defenceman a bit worse for wear.—
Arpon Basu,
New York Times,
10 Apr. 2025
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Alex lands an interview and draws on her coursework, team leadership, internships, business experience and lab applications to demonstrate her preparedness for the position’s demands, as well as a deep understanding of global markets and expertise in other key competencies gained at Questrom.—
Forbes.com,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
Verb
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An initial investigation showed the pickup truck and bicyclist were westbound on CR 600 N approaching CR 450 E along the Washington Township/Jackson Township line.—
Post-Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Apr. 2025
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But then, director Richard Donner approached the young actor.—
Kate Hogan,
People.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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“Close in.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/close%20in. Accessed 18 Apr. 2025.
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