draw near

phrase

: to come closer : to approach

He became more nervous as the day of the wedding drew near.

Examples of draw near in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

When humpbacks draw near to the boat to investigate the vessel with curiosity, this is called mugging, according to the owner of Gone Whale Watching San Diego. — Kelli Bender, PEOPLE, 19 Jan. 2026

Here’s what else to keep an eye on as the games draw near. — Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 6 Jan. 2026

A little deep cleaning now will set the stage for a cozy, welcoming space as the days shorten and the holidays draw near. — Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott, Southern Living, 12 Sep. 2025

As deliberations in the sprawling case draw near, here's what comes next, including closing arguments and when the jury will begin deliberating. — Taijuan Moorman, USA Today, 26 June 2025

Rhymes for draw near

• adhere
• ameer
• amir
• appear
• arrear
• astir
• austere
• career
• cashier
• cohere
• compere
• emir