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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
Robert Lea, Space.com, 25 Mar. 2026
But the possibility of leaving northeast Lake County — Beach Park, North Chicago, Park City, Wadsworth, Waukegan, Winthrop Harbor, and Zion — without a close-in medical center is too unnerving to consider.
—Charles Selle, Chicago Tribune, 23 Mar. 2026
Arriving early gives you a better chance of snagging a spot in a close-in lot, such as Lower South Lot 1, where tailgaters congregate.
—John Wenzel, Denver Post, 23 Mar. 2026
JSerra sophomore forward Ryan Doane in that quarter made all six of his close-in shots for 12 points, some off of his offensive rebounds, and Bailes made three of the Lions’ five 3-point baskets second-quarter baskets.
—Steve Fryer, Oc Register, 24 Feb. 2026
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Adjective
This revealed that around 10% of stars like the sun host a close-in planet, validating findings made by TESS's exoplanet-hunting predecessor Kepler.
—Robert Lea, Space.com, 25 Mar. 2026
But the possibility of leaving northeast Lake County — Beach Park, North Chicago, Park City, Wadsworth, Waukegan, Winthrop Harbor, and Zion — without a close-in medical center is too unnerving to consider.
—Charles Selle, Chicago Tribune, 23 Mar. 2026
Arriving early gives you a better chance of snagging a spot in a close-in lot, such as Lower South Lot 1, where tailgaters congregate.
—John Wenzel, Denver Post, 23 Mar. 2026
JSerra sophomore forward Ryan Doane in that quarter made all six of his close-in shots for 12 points, some off of his offensive rebounds, and Bailes made three of the Lions’ five 3-point baskets second-quarter baskets.
—Steve Fryer, Oc Register, 24 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for close in
Verb
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The rankings were intended to provide the City Council with possible scenarios to consider when making budget cuts to help close a $146 million deficit projected for the 2026-27 fiscal year, which begins July 1.—
Ashley Mackin Solomon,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 May 2026
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The space is cleverly carved into distinct zones to protect your peace—snag a cabana away from the kid splash-zone but still close enough to the bar's energy.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
29 May 2026
Verb
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Outside, there's little to announce this place but a small square plaque and large windows darkened by velvet curtains.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 June 2026
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The country’s growth outlook has darkened due to the ongoing Middle East conflict, which has effectively halted oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz, pushing up energy and commodities prices globally.—
Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
3 June 2026
Adjective
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If robot cleaning becomes cheaper and more convenient, workers could feel that shift first.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
31 May 2026
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Competitive balance is a convenient sermon from owners who too often treat contention as optional.—
Eddie Brown,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 May 2026
Verb
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That coming Fall of 2020, universal masking in schools and daycares was recommended by the CDC and widespread mandates were enacted at the state, district and county levels for children as young as two.—
Ian Miller OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
1 June 2026
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Just before sunset, the room of mirrors and gold comes alive in the light.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 June 2026
Verb
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With minimal humidity, near-perfect clear-sky frequency and vast empty horizons, Namibia offers the kind of slow, immersive darkness that makes dusking feel less like a trend and more like a return to something ancient.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2026
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The park is open from daylight to dusk for visitors and 24/7 for campers.—
Isa Almeida,
Oklahoman,
15 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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In season 18 of KUWTK, Kourtney and Kim, while lounging around at Khloé’s house, get into a tiff over work ethic that somehow turns into hand-to-hand struggling.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
11 May 2026
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The drill involves recruits elevating their heart rates through calisthenics and then simulating hand-to-hand combat with a physically aggressive suspect while wearing a padded suit for protection.—
Carlos E. Castañeda,
CBS News,
19 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The show has always affected a devil-may-care attitude, but in previous seasons, less-wearying — not to say light or uplifting — moments came up as a result of the chemistry between the young ensemble.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
1 June 2026
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Is there anything about Starry and Restless that never comes up?—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
1 June 2026
Adjective
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The second cockpit can also help ease the workload on the main pilot and prove handy in mission support.—
Abhishek Bhardwaj,
Interesting Engineering,
3 June 2026
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Owners can also choose between a tender and toy garage behind the transom or a handy cabin for two crew.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
3 June 2026
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“Close in.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/close%20in. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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