Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for close in (on)
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As the sky darkened and duck calls filled the sky, their number appeared as a shadowed cloud approaching the rice fields.—
Lizz Schumer,
People.com,
1 May 2025 -
They are based on the 2021 Ferrari 296, a car now approaching the end of its life cycle.—
Giulio Piovaccari,
USA Today,
1 May 2025
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For Catholics, the pope acts as a moral compass by speaking out on matters of faith and principles; Francis focused on social justice and reaching out to marginalized communities.—
Marc Ramirez,
USA Today,
1 May 2025
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Instead of focusing on the failure itself, focus on the reasons behind it.—
Bruce Arians,
New York Times,
30 Apr. 2025
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Trump 100 days: Former president's success created measuring stick for future leaders Poll: Trump loses trust on the economy as 100-day mark nears From Trump to Reagan: Their first 100 days Trump promised to improve the economy on Day 1.—
Bart Jansen,
USA Today,
3 May 2025
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As a result, thousands of discrimination investigations are idled, even ones that were nearing a resolution when Trump took office again.—
Jennifer Smith Richards,
ProPublica,
2 May 2025
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In Episode 11, the shifting timelines finally converge as the night of the gala comes into clear focus.—
Claire Franken,
TVLine,
2 May 2025
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The College of Cardinals — including 108 Cardinals appointed by Francis and 10 Americans — are set to converge on May 7 for the election process.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
People.com,
2 May 2025
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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 13 May. 2025.
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