neighboring
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of neighboring
Example Sentences
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Plants with steeper, more upright leaves were able to rise above neighboring plants during early growth stages, capturing more sunlight while shading out competitors below.
From Science Daily • Apr. 8, 2026
In essence, the neighboring sale upped the ante as far as Behar’s listing is concerned—and also encouraged her agents to start thinking about other ways they could prove the home’s potential to prospective buyers.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 8, 2026
Yet that neutrality has not spared Kfar Chouba and neighboring villages from attack.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026
Expect Japan to double down on its efforts to rearm, expand security partnerships with friendly neighboring states, and stay focused on maintaining the closest possible relations with an unpredictable Washington.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026
After that, she spent every moment that was not dedicated to her schoolwork helping him care for the animals of Swanburne, and the neighboring farms of Heathcote, too.
From "The Interrupted Tale" by Maryrose Wood
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