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
Adjective
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That June deadline is fast approaching, but Rolapp said many players have come to agree with the direction.—
Brody Miller,
New York Times,
3 June 2026
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The royal wedding of the summer is rapidly approaching—and King Charles and Queen Camilla might have a calendar clash with the event.—
Rachel Burchfield,
InStyle,
29 May 2026
Adjective
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Gang intervention workers have been credited by city officials as one of the factors behind significant reductions in violent crime in recent years, with homicides and shootings both falling to near-historic lows.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
30 May 2026
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Multiple investigations at the state and local level are underway to unravel the full cause of the near disaster.—
Jason Henry,
Oc Register,
30 May 2026
Adjective
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Italian authorities have canceled upcoming concerts by Kanye West and Travis Scott that had been scheduled to take place in July in the northern city of Reggio Emilia, citing security concerns.—
Nick Vivarelli,
Variety,
31 May 2026
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Independents can’t vote in the upcoming primary for various government officials, but they are allowed on the state ballot question.—
Cheryl Winokur Munk,
CNBC,
31 May 2026
Adjective
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But these suites are also closest to the elevators, and the historic walls don’t adequately muffle the sounds of other guests.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 June 2026
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Gertrud would keep the girls close, one on either side.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
3 June 2026
Adjective
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With a collective bargaining agreement set to expire in January 2028, in the middle of the league’s first summer-spring season format, and a new commissioner likely to be hired in coming years, there are enormous factors that will influence that decision.—
Paul Tenorio,
New York Times,
2 June 2026
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The defining risk facing advanced societies in the coming decades is not collapse from external pressure.—
Dr. Aditya Vikram Kashyap,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
Adjective
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The immediate illness known as Teflon flu is usually short-term, but PFAS exposure is part of a larger health debate.—
Ryan Brennan
June 2,
Sacbee.com,
3 June 2026
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Pelley could not be reached for immediate comment.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
3 June 2026
Adjective
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Archer is scaling for the mega sporting event and attempting to build an operational hub for the area's impending air taxi network.—
Samantha Subin,
CNBC,
29 May 2026
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With multiple lawsuits and an impending Supreme Court ruling poised to shape TPS nationwide, advocates hail the Lebanese extension but warn that hundreds of thousands still lack a permanent solution.—
Gisela Salomon,
Los Angeles Times,
29 May 2026
Adjective
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Seashell nails aren’t just showing up on runways—they’re all over our feeds as temperatures rise and beach vacations grow imminent.—
Taylore Glynn,
Vogue,
28 May 2026
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If a voter runs into an issue and believes there is imminent violence or something could get out of control, Spitzer said to call 911.—
Kaitlyn Schallhorn,
Oc Register,
28 May 2026
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“Proximate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/proximate. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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