as in nearest
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for closest
Adjective
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To Sturzenegger, that was in the approximate vicinity where Warren said the initial searches for Brick took place.—
David Chiu,
People.com,
14 May 2025 -
Then make dough by gradually adding: 3 ¼ cups sifted flour, approximate Add enough flour to make a manageable dough.—
Kelly Brant,
Arkansas Online,
13 May 2025
Adjective
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Develop a product portfolio mindset: 70% proven, 20% adjacent, 10% moonshots.—
Rosalba Carandente,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2025
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However, Allen’s daughter, Suzann Allen Yamini, said her mother holds the original deed to the vacant 155th Street property, and the adjacent home where her mother lives on Myrtle Avenue.—
Samantha Moilanen,
Chicago Tribune,
13 May 2025
Adjective
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This way more people will be inclined to meet not just their next-door neighbors, but families throughout the city as well.—
Alecia Taylor,
Kansas City Star,
9 May 2025
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The comedy series tackles issues of race and class with humor and heart, as the Johnsons navigate their new community while trying to fit in with their skeptical next-door neighbor, Calvin Butler (Cedric).—
Emily Blackwood,
People.com,
6 May 2025
Adjective
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The best course of action is to drive towards the nearest shelter.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
13 May 2025
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And there will be grander celebrations in the near future, with Longoria expected to be inducted into the Rays Hall of Fame and have his No. 3 retired, possibly as soon as next season.—
Marc Topkin,
The Orlando Sentinel,
12 May 2025
Adjective
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Israel's Defence Ministry had no immediate comment.—
Nidal al-Mughrabi,
USA Today,
18 May 2025
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Neighboring municipalities were notified and provided immediate mutual aid to the Edison Police Department to disperse the crowd.—
Toria Sheffield,
People.com,
18 May 2025
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“Closest.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/closest. Accessed 22 May. 2025.
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