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Recent Examples of Synonyms for close in (on)
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Ships near the blockade face US warnings Vessels that approach the blockade, which is being enforced in Iran’s territorial seas and international waters and not in the Strait of Hormuz, get a warning, Caine said.—
Konstantin Toropin,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Apr. 2026 -
The then victim approached Webster's guard truck and Webster allegedly stabbed him, according to prosecutors.—
Joseph Buczek,
CBS News,
17 Apr. 2026
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The astronauts focused some of their observations on Orientale basin, a nearly 600-mile-wide crater that straddles the moon’s near and far sides.—
Denise Chow,
NBC news,
11 Apr. 2026
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Along with Garbage Gals, local organizations focused on composting, native plants, biking, and other environmentally friendly activities hosted tables and engaged with attendees at the park’s southwest entrance.—
Audrey Pachuta,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Apr. 2026
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At the time of Jaxon’s death, the county was nearing the end of an 18-month corrective action plan aimed at improving oversight and safety within the system.—
Julia Prodis Sulek,
Mercury News,
20 Apr. 2026
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Like, Denny Hamlin and Kyle Busch nearing a boiling point.—
Zach Dean OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
20 Apr. 2026
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Location data from these two planes show their flight paths converging after one pilot decided to abort landing and circle around to try again.—
Josh Funk,
Chicago Tribune,
20 Apr. 2026
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The three firefighters converged at Morrison’s truck to discuss the plan.—
Nick Penzenstadler,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2026
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“Close in (on).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/close%20in%20%28on%29. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026.
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