near thing
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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He is in both the pro and college football halls of fame, and the lacrosse hall as well, although his selection to the college hall was a near thing.
From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2023
The bowler is interested in the near thing, but the better chance of the wicket comes at the non-striker’s end.
From The Guardian • Jun. 19, 2021
Even though war had been averted, it was a near thing.
From Washington Post • Aug. 30, 2018
It was a near thing, but we kept our success streak alive.
From Seattle Times • Dec. 6, 2012
The future was a near thing to Katie.
From "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn" by Betty Smith
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