be nearby

Example Sentences

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Carpenter may be one of the biggest stars around, but even she recognizes that when Piggy’s in the room, everyone else should be thrilled to simply be nearby.

From Salon • Feb. 28, 2026

Plus, Buffett will still be nearby in the Omaha office.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 1, 2026

Was it someone from Special Forces or the Navy or a Coast Guard vessel that happened to be nearby?

From Slate • Oct. 21, 2025

"I would imagine it was waiting for prey to to be nearby," said Dr Link.

From BBC • Jul. 22, 2025

The main street must be nearby, Cora thought, funneling the town.

From "The Underground Railroad: A Novel" by Colson Whitehead