closest
Example Sentences
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Navarrette says she only became fully aware of the phenomenon “Obsession” had become when those closest to her reacted positively.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 28, 2026
The three-time Olympian said she was “in bed resting” and would “explain sooner or later” what had led to her hospitalization, while thanking the people closest to her for their support.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 28, 2026
Team-mate George Russell, his closest pursuer in the title race, starts from pole after a dominant performance.
From BBC ● Sep. 25, 2026
“If they destroy the Lakers, guys with Kobe back tattoos are going to start the proletariat revolution. I think that the closest we’re getting to class consciousness is fast food and sports teams.”
From Salon ● Sep. 25, 2026
“Now that he’s aware you’re the closest link he has to his mother, he’ll come looking for you.”
From "Boy 2.0" by Tracey Baptiste
