closer

Example Sentences

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And, closer to home, he has only to look at the league standings to see the full extent of his handiwork.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

But researchers say another threat lies much closer to the city itself.

From Science Daily • May 19, 2026

Conflict monitors, now watching with alarm as Islamist militants capture territory and stage attacks in Mali, urge the administration to pay closer attention to the restive Sahel region and other hot spots.

From Salon • May 19, 2026

It’s probably closer to three dozen meaningful auto makers.

From Barron's • May 18, 2026

We saw them lighting up the night sky all along the eastern horizon, and they did seem to be coming much closer all the time.

From "An Elephant in the Garden" by Michael Morpurgo