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close with

British  
/ kləʊz /

verb

  1. (intr, preposition) to engage in battle with (an enemy)

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“Don’t tell me ‘never,’” Graham laments, before bringing the meeting to a close with a gently peremptory “Do better.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

“I will miss being this close with this many people and having a common purpose,” Koch said during a news conference on one of the crew’s final nights in space.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 11, 2026

West's then wife, Kim Kardashian, addressed his comments and his bipolar disorder, saying: "Those who are close with Kanye know his heart and understand his words sometimes do not align with his intentions."

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

Micron Technology surpassed a $500 billion market capitalization for the first time at Tuesday’s market close, with investors feeling more excited heading into the company’s earnings report.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 17, 2026

Unlike yesterday, her blazing red hair is flowing and wild, falling down over her shoulders like it might bite anyone who comes too close with a comb.

From "Amari and the Night Brothers" by B.B. Alston

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