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And unfortunately for the Gunners, missed opportunities and a lack of a ruthless finisher were the story as Manchester City beat them 2-1 to close in on the Premier League leaders.
From BBC • Apr. 19, 2026
Guardiola said the chance to close in on the leaders did not go unnoticed but said his players had to show they are title contenders again.
From Barron's • Nov. 9, 2025
When they close in on a target, the bats unleash rapid bursts of short calls, signaling the final stage of attack.
From Science Daily • Nov. 2, 2025
He seizes our attention in every scene, naturalistically conveying Robbie’s touching decency as the walls close in on him.
From Salon • Sep. 7, 2025
“Let’s talk a while,” I said, feeling the depression of the night and the poverty close in on the room.
From "Black Like Me" by John Howard Griffin
