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close with

British  
/ kləʊz /

verb

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

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Lingard has already felt the intensity of the Corinthians fanbase up close, with supporters turning up at the club's training ground.

From BBC • Apr. 27, 2026

The story he tells here effectively reaches a close with the publication of “Dubliners” in 1914.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026

Callan was a smart, joyful kid who looked up to his dad and was close with his younger brother.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2026

The festival will close with a screening under the stars of the first episode of the third season of "Euphoria," the HBO high school drama series starring Zendaya, returning to television after four years.

From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026

I asked, though I had a feeling I knew one person outside of the New Crew Erin was close with.

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