close quarters
Example Sentences
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Watching it all from close quarters was a grim-faced Richarlison, the 29-year-old Brazil striker in dispute with the club over the remaining nine months of his contract.
From BBC ● Sep. 12, 2026
While working his way back home, he’s forced to outsmart a vicious beast at close quarters, and he takes up residence with a suitor.
From Salon ● Aug. 16, 2026
England looked to the open spaces, rather than close quarters, to add to their 14-3 lead.
From BBC ● Jul. 11, 2026
Infections are a risk on cruises given the close quarters.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 7, 2026
Last year it was observed that young women living at close quarters in dormitories tended to undergo spontaneous synchronization of their menstrual cycles.
From "The Lives of a Cell" by Lewis Thomas
