1
as in neighborhood
an adjoining region or space
there are no hotels in the vicinity of the hospital
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2
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
The sudden flash flood warning issued for the Camp Mystic vicinity compelled many to pull back, disrupting the already complex operations.
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Hollie Silverman, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 July 2025
Also, in response to the damage, a security camera was installed in the vicinity.
—Leo Bertucci, The Courier-Journal, 2 July 2025
Norris said a full search of the area would be done to make sure no other weapons were in the vicinity.
—Rebecca Boone, Chicago Tribune, 1 July 2025
Bolster burn barrel safety: If burning is authorized in your vicinity, ensure that all burn barrels feature a weighted metal cover with holes no larger than 3/4 of an inch.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 30 June 2025
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Hollie Silverman, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 July 2025
Also, in response to the damage, a security camera was installed in the vicinity.
—Leo Bertucci, The Courier-Journal, 2 July 2025
Norris said a full search of the area would be done to make sure no other weapons were in the vicinity.
—Rebecca Boone, Chicago Tribune, 1 July 2025
Bolster burn barrel safety: If burning is authorized in your vicinity, ensure that all burn barrels feature a weighted metal cover with holes no larger than 3/4 of an inch.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 30 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for vicinity
Noun
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Her district includes some of the city’s wealthiest neighborhoods, including River North, Wicker Park, Bucktown, Lincoln Park, Roscoe Village, Lincoln Square and Portage Park.—
A.D. Quig,
Chicago Tribune,
21 July 2025
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The shooting unfolded at 11:51 p.m. Saturday in Fort Washington Park in the Washington Heights neighborhood of upper Manhattan, according to the New York Police Department.—
Bill Hutchinson,
ABC News,
20 July 2025
Noun
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León's proximity to Cerro Negro allows volcano boarders to get an early start on the expedition, beating the crowds and avoiding the midday sun, which can make the experience more challenging.—
Carley Rojas Avila,
Travel + Leisure,
26 July 2025
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Missouri Republican lawmakers, including U.S. Sen. Eric Schmitt and Rep. Mark Alford, quickly celebrated Thursday’s announcement, touting Kansas City’s central location and proximity to farmers.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
25 July 2025
Noun
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Band member Fred McDowell will play the beautiful A Trumpeter’s Lullaby and vocalist Michael Ruhl will perform two popular tunes.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 July 2025
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As a result of the clubhouse drama and new tune from his former player, Red Sox manager Alex Cora was asked for a response on Devers' first base debut.—
Peter Chawaga,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 July 2025
Noun
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Clancy's Kettle Chips Thinking of setting up an outdoor movie night in the backyard to send out summer with a bang?—
Abigail Wilt,
Southern Living,
31 July 2025
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Their little queen in training had a time painting in the backyard, jumping in a bouncy castle, and dancing with her friends.—
Elizabeth Ayoola,
Essence,
30 July 2025
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“Vicinity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vicinity. Accessed 3 Aug. 2025.
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