- superlative of close.
closest
Example Sentences
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What are some of the closest wildlife interactions you’ve had?
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 5, 2026
“One of the biggest things I’ve learned is to listen to the people closest to the work,” he said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 1, 2026
For people who are tired of having to schedule calls with their friends, Smith suggested agreeing with two or three of your closest people that a text before a call is never needed.
From Salon ● Sep. 30, 2026
Genetic studies of living microbes belonging to groups considered closest to the ancestors of the first eukaryote can offer key insights into eukaryote ancestry.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 27, 2026
Pretending might be the closest I’d ever get.
From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith
