1
as in approaching
being soon to appear or take place
the proximate publication of his first novel
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2
as in near
not being distant in time, space, or significance
the husband feels that their house is a little too proximate to his in-laws' condo for his peace and comfort
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Recent Examples of proximate
That project will allow advertisers to contextually search for moments or sentiments in scenes proximate to ad breaks.
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Dade Hayes, Deadline, 3 Mar. 2026
This may become particularly relevant when the proximate red giant star known as Betelgeuse, located around 700 light-years away, goes supernova.
—Robert Lea, Space.com, 13 June 2025
Sackett detailed how being proximate to the spark of inspiration for projects has benefited her clients who work in physical production.
—Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 8 May 2025
Just this month, Education Secretary designee Linda McMahon made the case for reducing the role of the department in relation to states which are more proximate to regional education and – and workforce – needs.
—Maria Flynn, Forbes, 25 Feb. 2025
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Dade Hayes, Deadline, 3 Mar. 2026
This may become particularly relevant when the proximate red giant star known as Betelgeuse, located around 700 light-years away, goes supernova.
—Robert Lea, Space.com, 13 June 2025
Sackett detailed how being proximate to the spark of inspiration for projects has benefited her clients who work in physical production.
—Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 8 May 2025
Just this month, Education Secretary designee Linda McMahon made the case for reducing the role of the department in relation to states which are more proximate to regional education and – and workforce – needs.
—Maria Flynn, Forbes, 25 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for proximate
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Summer is fast approaching, with warm temperatures expected to hit Washington DC and make for a sticky and humid start to the season, a familiar reality for residents across the DMV.—
Mike Stunson,
USA Today,
10 Apr. 2026
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Colorado’s first open race for governor in eight years is fast approaching, and The Denver Post wants your questions for the candidates.—
Jon Murray,
Denver Post,
3 Apr. 2026
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While the vote outcome is negative for the near-term regulatory path, the debate is nuanced, said Barclays analyst James Gordon.—
Elsa Ohlen,
CNBC,
1 May 2026
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Given the Fed's current hold, a sudden drop seems unlikely in the near term, but it's never guaranteed.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
1 May 2026
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The late Top Gun actor Val Kilmer is soon set to appear in the upcoming historical action-adventure film As Deep as the Grave, with AI being used to recreate the actor, who had been cast in the movie before his death.—
Will McCurdy,
PC Magazine,
3 May 2026
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For more official resources, California county election offices consolidates information about upcoming elections on their websites.—
Camila Pedrosa,
Sacbee.com,
3 May 2026
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Because the Celtics, provided they close-out the 76ers, have the kind of shooters the Hawks don’t.—
Kristian Winfield,
New York Daily News,
29 Apr. 2026
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Qatar could deepen its already close defense ties to Turkey, and China, which is close to Iran, could play a greater diplomatic role.—
Sudarsan Raghavan,
New Yorker,
28 Apr. 2026
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One of the most powerful El Niño events ever recorded could form in the coming months, according to new forecasts, raising concerns about global temperatures, hurricanes, drought conditions and other extremes this year.—
Denise Chow,
NBC news,
6 May 2026
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But the law does allow people who believe local governments are violating the law to sue, which could present challenges in coming years.—
David Goodhue,
Miami Herald,
5 May 2026
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The race came amid a broader power struggle between the two sides of City Hall early in both Mamdani and Menin’s leadership, but the election will also have a more immediate impact.—
Josephine Stratman,
New York Daily News,
29 Apr. 2026
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No immediate impact likely for world oil markets The UAE’s withdrawal from OPEC won’t necessarily have any immediate effects in markets.—
Jon Gambrell,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Apr. 2026
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The impending end of the Colbert era was weighing on them all.—
Mark Yarm,
New Yorker,
4 May 2026
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Though signs of its impending closure were all around this past weekend, the New Black Wall Street Market was having one last hurrah.—
Zachary Hansen,
AJC.com,
30 Apr. 2026
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Her supporters said on Wednesday her life was in imminent danger.—
Gwladys Fouche,
USA Today,
30 Apr. 2026
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But a recent settlement with Warner could mean more boardroom handshakes are imminent.—
Hattie Lindert,
Pitchfork,
29 Apr. 2026
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“Proximate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/proximate. Accessed 8 May. 2026.
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