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
Sackett detailed how being proximate to the spark of inspiration for projects has benefited her clients who work in physical production.
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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
Lobo cites the Rivian’s adaptive suspension as an example: The south zone interfaces with rear actuation components, with the west zone linked to a proximate front suspension.
—IEEE Spectrum, 11 Feb. 2025
None of the six elements need to be proximate to the others.
—Jeff Gibson, Artforum, 1 Nov. 2024
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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
Lobo cites the Rivian’s adaptive suspension as an example: The south zone interfaces with rear actuation components, with the west zone linked to a proximate front suspension.
—IEEE Spectrum, 11 Feb. 2025
None of the six elements need to be proximate to the others.
—Jeff Gibson, Artforum, 1 Nov. 2024
See All Example Sentences for proximate
Recent Examples of Synonyms for proximate
Adjective
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The self-assessment tax deadline is fast approaching, but landlords and the self-employed will soon have new HMRC requirements to follow – known as Making Tax Digital.—
Marc Shoffman,
TheWeek,
14 Jan. 2026
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Otherwise, the Supreme Court’s effective deadline to add final cases for this term — which puts them on track for a decision by the summer — is fast approaching.—
Zach Schonfeld,
The Hill,
12 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Their concerns included the staff layoffs, the near budget shortfall in 2025, and changes to school operations.—
Jennifer Palmer,
Oklahoma Watch,
9 Jan. 2026
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Many were shown as consumer-ready systems, complete with pricing, subscriptions, and near-term availability.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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John Mulaney has postponed three upcoming shows in Minneapolis following the fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Good by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer.—
Amy McCarthy,
PEOPLE,
9 Jan. 2026
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The arbitration hearing will allow for both sides to receive a specific contractual figure if no settlement is reached in the upcoming weeks.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
9 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Traffic concerns remained a prominent theme of the more than 100 emails the city received in early December, but many people expressed excitement at the prospect of a closer Costco.—
Rose Evans
January 8,
Idaho Statesman,
8 Jan. 2026
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The Clippers raced to a 14-5 lead, but the Knicks answered with eight straight points and the game was close for the first three quarters.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
8 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The central bank’s monthly Survey of Consumer Expectations found that Americans’ perceived probability of missing a minimum debt payment in the coming months rose to the highest level since April 2020.—
Jessica Dickler,
CNBC,
14 Jan. 2026
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First phase of 205 interim housing beds expected to open in coming months, with the remaining services coming online by early 2028.—
Andrew Khouri,
Los Angeles Times,
14 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The highly skilled team — including neonatologists, nurses, respiratory therapists, and pediatric specialists — provides immediate access to advanced treatments and technology, improving outcomes and offering families peace of mind.—
MemorialCare Medical Group,
Oc Register,
10 Jan. 2026
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The video also appeared to depict the officers did not take immediate steps to ensure that Good received emergency medical care after the shooting took place.—
Sarah N. Lynch,
CBS News,
10 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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So researchers at the Mayo Clinic in Minnesota developed a system that uses real-time signals to warn about impending issues.—
Michelle Fay Cortez,
Bloomberg,
5 Jan. 2026
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Instead, must investigate the history of the colony and attempt to save it from an impending disaster, all while struggling to survive in the harsh lunar environment devoid of oxygen.—
Alan Bradley,
Space.com,
5 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Both actions will help to signal to your body that bedtime is imminent.—
Rebecca Fearn,
SELF,
15 Jan. 2026
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In 1987, a captain of the Spanish Civil Guard uncovers an imminent ETA terrorist attack in Paris.—
Marta Balaga,
Variety,
15 Jan. 2026
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“Proximate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/proximate. Accessed 19 Jan. 2026.
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