in close proximity

phrase

: near to each other
family members who live in close proximity
often + to
The bus stop is located in close proximity to my home.

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The farms are in close proximity to one of the two remaining spinning mills in Greece, Nafpaktos Cotton, and produce some of the few natural-fiber yarns that have never left Europe. Lucianne Tonti, Vogue, 16 July 2026 Visitors there are in close proximity to the full-time furry residents. Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 16 July 2026 Health officials are working to identify the origin of the Upper East Side outbreak, which was first identified on July 2 from two cases in close proximity. ABC News, 14 July 2026 The neighborhood/area The hotel sits on Route 6A in the heart of historic Yarmouth Port, with a number of Mid Cape attractions in close proximity. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for in close proximity

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“In close proximity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20close%20proximity. Accessed 23 Jul. 2026.

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