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as in comes
to come near or nearer
the eagle closed in on its prey
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Recent Examples of closes in
The dual-class structure is set to expire in October 2032—a year after Bhusri’s performance window closes in early 2031.
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Amanda Gerut, Fortune, 13 Feb. 2026
The revelation comes as signs of strife between the FBI and Pima County Sheriff’s Office are beginning to surface as the search for Nancy Guthrie closes in on the two-week mark.
—Michael Ruiz , Julia Bonavita, FOXNews.com, 13 Feb. 2026
Do keep in mind, the property closes in mid April and reopens in late May.
—Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Feb. 2026
Malick closes in on his actor’s face and stays there, giving us access to his pain.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 30 Jan. 2026
When a restless detective (Mark Ruffalo) closes in on the operation and the multimillion-dollar heist gets closer, the line between the hunter and the hunted blur, forcing all three of them to confront their actions.
—Leia Mendoza, Variety, 23 Oct. 2025
Determined to crack the case, a relentless detective (Mark Ruffalo) closes in on the operation, raising the stakes even higher.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 23 Oct. 2025
The hotel closes in the winter anyway.
—Laura Itzkowitz, Robb Report, 23 Oct. 2025
In January 1964, law enforcement closes in.
—Isabella Wandermurem, Time, 10 Sep. 2025
Amanda Gerut, Fortune, 13 Feb. 2026
The revelation comes as signs of strife between the FBI and Pima County Sheriff’s Office are beginning to surface as the search for Nancy Guthrie closes in on the two-week mark.
—Michael Ruiz , Julia Bonavita, FOXNews.com, 13 Feb. 2026
Do keep in mind, the property closes in mid April and reopens in late May.
—Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Feb. 2026
Malick closes in on his actor’s face and stays there, giving us access to his pain.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 30 Jan. 2026
When a restless detective (Mark Ruffalo) closes in on the operation and the multimillion-dollar heist gets closer, the line between the hunter and the hunted blur, forcing all three of them to confront their actions.
—Leia Mendoza, Variety, 23 Oct. 2025
Determined to crack the case, a relentless detective (Mark Ruffalo) closes in on the operation, raising the stakes even higher.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 23 Oct. 2025
The hotel closes in the winter anyway.
—Laura Itzkowitz, Robb Report, 23 Oct. 2025
In January 1964, law enforcement closes in.
—Isabella Wandermurem, Time, 10 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for closes in
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Each board comes with spread containers, bowls and a cheese knife.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
7 Apr. 2026
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The funding debate comes just months after Lexington neighbors voted to approve $660 million for a new high school.—
Juli McDonald,
CBS News,
7 Apr. 2026
Verb
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As Europe's political climate darkens against refugees, asylum seekers and economic migrants, with governments including that of Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni focusing resources on limiting new arrivals, Milan is taking a stand for a different approach.—
Ruth Sherlock,
NPR,
23 Feb. 2026
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In recent years, neighborhoods ranging from Hancock Park and Lincoln Heights to Mar Vista and Pico Union have been plagued by copper wire theft that darkens the streets.—
Melissa Gomez,
Los Angeles Times,
14 Feb. 2026
Verb
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As shares continue to vest ahead of close, the value of the gross up will decline, and WBD said that if the deal closes early next year the gross up would be zero.—
Alex Weprin,
HollywoodReporter,
9 Apr. 2026
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If one window closes, run to the next window—or break down a door.—
Mary Alice Russell,
Southern Living,
9 Apr. 2026
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But beyond noting that the case was closed, the report blacks out all the details describing the event.—
Tim Stelloh,
NBC news,
29 Aug. 2025
Verb
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The production draws on talent from across 12 countries.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
2 Apr. 2026
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Like the restaurant, Toja draws on local traditions with a spa menu that includes invigorating pijat massages and exfoliating scrubs with rice, ginger, and candle nut.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 Mar. 2026
Verb
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As the United States approaches its 250th birthday, Michigan continues to play a large role in shaping the nation's future, especially in presidential elections.—
Rachelle Graham,
CBS News,
7 Apr. 2026
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The cast approaches the picture with a delightfully devil-may-care sincerity, playing off of one another with a simple ease.—
Gina Friedlande,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Apr. 2026
Verb
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And the latest search for Malaysia Airlines’ MH370 comes up empty.—
Nasteho Said,
Bloomberg,
9 Mar. 2026
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When the Eagles think about the leaders on the team, Davis’ name comes up.—
Zach Berman,
New York Times,
8 Mar. 2026
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“Closes in.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/closes%20in. Accessed 11 Apr. 2026.
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