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
Verstappen closed in and there was just 0.196secs between them as they crossed the line, the closest green-flag finish since the 2002 United States Grand Prix.
From BBC ● Sep. 26, 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
A fake date might be the closest we ever got to a real one.
From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith
