1
as in coming
to come near or nearer
as the hour of his death was nighing
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2
as in approaching
to move closer to
as the old man was nighing his hour of death
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With how rapidly healthcare organizations are relying on AI applications, data federation and new tools that are being intricately weaved through core data streams, the number of cybersecurity incidents is sure to increase in the coming decade.
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Bauhs has plans to hit 10 new stadiums in the coming college football stadium, which would put him at 135 out of 138.
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Democrats offered the legislation, which failed on a party-line vote, ahead of a fast-approaching July 1 deadline, when the borrowing limits will take effect for Americans nationwide.
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With America’s 250th anniversary approaching, Washington Examiner columnist Joe Concha said Democrats are busy sulking while the country prepares to celebrate the nation’s history and achievements.
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On Friday, oil prices reached their lowest levels since the war began, with Brent settling at about $72 and US crude closing around $69.
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Popular arcade and bar Joystick is closing its doors after almost 14 years on Edgewood Avenue.
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The shortstop had just 14 RBIs in his previous 48 games entering Tuesday.
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After making the playoffs, the Sabres are entering a window of contention, so that pick could be in play as part of another deal.
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While the Dallas Stars already thrive in Texas, the NHL believes the state can support additional teams, drawing on the success of AHL clubs in Austin and Houston's existing infrastructure.
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In a separate Psychology Today piece, Julieta Zemla explores how scent can shift in meaning as a relationship evolves, drawing on research that links smell to stress regulation between partners.
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One pattern that keeps coming up across our client base is that most project management companies dramatically underestimate how much their review profile affects their search rankings, not just their conversion rate.
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Kim kept Mexico from adding to the lead by coming up with a tough save off a close-range shot by Raúl Jiménez in the 75th.
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Evereve had a store on the Plaza for 10 years before closing in late December.
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The long-time Sacramento restaurant, Pasty Shack, has reopened under new management after closing in April, almost ending its 74-year-long run.
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“Nighing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nighing. Accessed 1 Jul. 2026.
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