near
adverb
close; to a point or place not far away.
Example Sentences
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We may also eventually receive light from some galaxies located even farther away, provided that the light began traveling toward us when the galaxies were nearer.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 25, 2026
While expectations for the House may evolve as the November election draws nearer, only 218 votes are needed for a legislative majority in the House.
From Salon ● Jul. 8, 2026
“When the king of Armor All leaves to trade stocks, the top is nearer than anyone wants to believe.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 15, 2026
But the nearer Manzo was to the center of traditional politics, the more he disdained them.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 18, 2026
As the vehicle in the distance gets nearer, though, she is starting to understand.
From "A Heart in a Body in the World" by Deb Caletti
