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as in neighborhood
an adjoining region or space
there are no hotels in the vicinity of the hospital
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as in proximity
the state or condition of being near
the vicinity of the town's only elementary school was one reason why the young couple bought the house
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Recent Examples of vicinity
According to initial reports, Strabley and a friend were hiking in the vicinity when they became separated, officials said.
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David Chiu, PEOPLE, 21 May 2026
For ones interested in potential ownership of Arsham’s 993A restomod, offers in the vicinity of $595,000 will start the conversation with Canepa.
—Howard Walker, Robb Report, 20 May 2026
Moreover, the safety of the nuclear power generating site itself is an important issue, as any faults can lead to serious events such as the leak of radioactive components in the vicinity.
—Abhishek Bhardwaj, Interesting Engineering, 19 May 2026
Basulto, flying in the general vicinity with three passengers, returned to the group’s base at Opa-locka Airport near Miami.
—Rick Jervis, USA Today, 18 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for vicinity
David Chiu, PEOPLE, 21 May 2026
For ones interested in potential ownership of Arsham’s 993A restomod, offers in the vicinity of $595,000 will start the conversation with Canepa.
—Howard Walker, Robb Report, 20 May 2026
Moreover, the safety of the nuclear power generating site itself is an important issue, as any faults can lead to serious events such as the leak of radioactive components in the vicinity.
—Abhishek Bhardwaj, Interesting Engineering, 19 May 2026
Basulto, flying in the general vicinity with three passengers, returned to the group’s base at Opa-locka Airport near Miami.
—Rick Jervis, USA Today, 18 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for vicinity
Recent Examples of Synonyms for vicinity
Noun
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The neighborhood/area Kalākaua Avenue's shopping, restaurants, and nightlife are steps away, while Diamond Head, Pearl Harbor, and downtown Honolulu are easy excursions.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
26 May 2026
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He was born Theodore Walter Rollins in New York’s Harlem neighborhood.—
Chris Morris,
Variety,
26 May 2026
Noun
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Thomas has lived less than a mile from GKN Aerospace for about six years and had never given much thought to their proximity.—
Eric Licas,
Los Angeles Times,
23 May 2026
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In the early stages, proximity brings clarity.—
Shelli Brunswick,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2026
Noun
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An album that has so many tunes about boyhood is well served by songwriting and arrangements that evoke such a never-ending sense of play.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
23 May 2026
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The football game directive came about a week after Ingoglia held a press conference criticizing Alachua County — where UF’s campus is located — for excessive or wasteful spending to the tune of $84 million over five years, claiming the budget grew by 77%.—
Jeffrey Schweers,
The Orlando Sentinel,
22 May 2026
Noun
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Tomatoes are among the most popular backyard garden crops—and with good reason.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
29 May 2026
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Elsewhere across the lush landscaping, gravel gardens and lounge areas set a more tranquil tone, while a heated saltwater pool and spa connected by a cascading water feature anchor the backyard.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
28 May 2026
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“Vicinity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vicinity. Accessed 30 May. 2026.
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