closer
Example Sentences
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Researchers have proposed quantum compasses as highly accurate, "unjammable" alternatives to GPS that do not rely on satellites, and phonon lasers could help bring such concepts closer to reality.
From Science Daily
Americans like Martin Luther King Jr. helped push this country closer to its founding ideals.
In the early 18th century, many in England thought a closer connection between England and Scotland would have benefits.
He highlighted Mexico in particular as the country moved closer to the U.S. in terms of policy and businesses saw an opportunity to invest there.
From Barron's
He leans closer and whispers, “Why are we whispering?”
From Literature
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