closest

Example Sentences

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The inner planets closest to the Sun, from Mercury through Mars, are rocky worlds.

From Science Daily • May 21, 2026

At the same time, two of Meta’s closest Magnificent Seven rivals have surged ahead.

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

Castro’s closest family and friends have recently stopped engaging in their daily routines—the first time they have hunkered down since Washington intensified its pressure campaign, said a person close to the family.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026

“It’s the closest we’ve been to coming home.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026

The owner, Dave Rivet, was one of Dad’s closest friends.

From "I Survived Hurricane Katrina, 2005" by Lauren Tarshis