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as in comes
to come near or nearer
as the hour of his death was nighing
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Each board comes with spread containers, bowls and a cheese knife.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
7 Apr. 2026 -
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
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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
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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 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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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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The dual-class structure is set to expire in October 2032—a year after Bhusri’s performance window closes in early 2031.—
Amanda Gerut,
Fortune,
13 Feb. 2026
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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
Verb
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The spending comes as the campaign intensifies as the primary nears.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
5 Apr. 2026
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As the family nears the top of the lift, London even recognizes her house.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
PEOPLE,
4 Apr. 2026
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“Nighs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nighs. Accessed 13 Apr. 2026.
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