closely

Example Sentences

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The case has been closely watched by investors, who view Fed independence as a pillar of bond-market stability.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 29, 2026

“Every aspect of this has to be closely examined, and done so from a position, frankly, of humility, realizing that it’s not a slam dunk,” she said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 29, 2026

How did they reach these wildly different conclusions in such closely related cases?

From Slate • Jun. 29, 2026

Investors, initially excited, began to think more closely about the decision.

From Barron's • Jun. 29, 2026

He peered more closely at the wall, and realized he could just about make out a shape on the other side: a dark, almost human shape.

From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley