closer

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Junior Dylan Yencho is having a big season for Laguna Beach, batting .455 with 50 hits and an 0.94 ERA as a closer.

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

What used to be a vendor relationship is becoming something closer to direct ownership, or at a minimum, long-term control over supply that was previously left to market pricing.

From MarketWatch • May 27, 2026

While the governor’s team estimates the new tax will raise $500 million a year, some analysts project the amount could be closer to $350 million.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

Shehmar said she did not have the "in-depth context" to be able to ask for further information from others in the strategic group, who she said were "closer to the detail".

From BBC • May 27, 2026

Oslak nudged him in the back, and he took a few halting steps closer to the litter.

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver