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as in almost
very close to but not completely
bought it for next to nothing
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Recent Examples of next to
Renan Botelho, Footwear News, 26 June 2025
Rodent poop marked another four places in the kitchen, including a server’s exposition area next to clean and sanitized coffee cups.
—David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 26 June 2025
Helene St. James, Detroit Free Press, 6 Mar. 2023
Several unmoving people could be seen lying on the street next to the pickup truck, the photos show.
—Josh Campbell, CNN, 6 Mar. 2023
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Preposition
Riding the Venetian boat next to Kendall was Kylie Jenner, who opted for a strapless, formfitting dress in a golden yellow color with an intricate lace overlay pattern throughout.
—Renan Botelho, Footwear News, 26 June 2025
Rodent poop marked another four places in the kitchen, including a server’s exposition area next to clean and sanitized coffee cups.
—David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 26 June 2025
Adverb
He was promoted to the top line Sunday, playing next to Dylan Larkin and Lucas Raymond.
—Helene St. James, Detroit Free Press, 6 Mar. 2023
Several unmoving people could be seen lying on the street next to the pickup truck, the photos show.
—Josh Campbell, CNN, 6 Mar. 2023
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for next to
Preposition
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Several oil refineries were hit, including facilities near Drohobych, in Lviv Oblast, and Kremenchuk, in Poltava Oblast.—
Brady Knox,
The Washington Examiner,
29 June 2025
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But rampant poaching in the 1970s and 80s drove them to near extinction.—
Cecilia Rodriguez,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2025
Preposition
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The sense of relief for Wales after qualifying, at last, for their first major women’s tournament is palpable and powerful.—
Megan Feringa,
New York Times,
27 June 2025
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Creative liberties Harry went to the doctor after experiencing two symptoms (played for cringey laughs from viewers).—
Angela Haupt,
Time,
27 June 2025
Adverb
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When a tariff bill for almost $11,000 arrived without warning, Robert Keeley reached for one of his last financial lifelines and cashed in 1.83 million American Express reward points to pay it.—
Jim Edwards,
Fortune,
1 July 2025
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In 2013, Tropical Storm Flossie almost made landfall in Hawaii but moved to the north.—
Doyle Rice,
USA Today,
1 July 2025
Preposition
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The styler uses the brand’s airflow technology to attract and wrap the hair around the barrel to curl, wave, smooth, and dry without extreme heat—much like its coveted blow-dryer.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
1 July 2025
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Philadelphia was seeing delays averaging around two hours, according to the FAA.—
Julia Bonavita,
FOXNews.com,
1 July 2025
Adverb
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Blank check companies are on track this year to raise $25 billion, a nearly 85% drop from 2021, but a total Kwasnick thinks is more sustainable.—
Luisa Beltran,
Fortune,
1 July 2025
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Citing industry research, the company said that between June and December of 2024, there were nearly 6,000 intentional attacks on critical communications infrastructure.—
Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
1 July 2025
Adverb
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But now, with not just musicians but the wider world worried about recession (or worse?), these Depression anthems felt practically ripe on the vine.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
22 June 2025
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In one study, drivers of expensive cars practically aimed at pedestrians.—
Pat Beall,
The Orlando Sentinel,
22 June 2025
Preposition
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Topline Stargazers are in for a rare celestial treat this weekend as the elusive planet Mercury makes a brief appearance beside a delicate crescent moon in the evening sky.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2025
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Three-year-old Rae lay beside the two, warming herself in the sun.—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 June 2025
Preposition
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The contract represents the largest volume of rice ever exported by a private South Korean company for general consumer sales in Japan, the Korea Times reported.—
Lim Hui Jie,
CNBC,
26 June 2025
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Mamdani's campaign, conversely, was fueled by grassroots support and endorsements from progressive giants like New York U.S. Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and independent Vermont U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders.—
Sonam Sheth,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 June 2025
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“Next to.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/next%20to. Accessed 6 Jul. 2025.
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