near thing
Example Sentences
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It was a near thing, though, even in California.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 25, 2022
The bowler is interested in the near thing, but the better chance of the wicket comes at the non-striker’s end.
From The Guardian • Jun. 19, 2021
Even though war had been averted, it was a near thing.
From Washington Post • Aug. 30, 2018
It was a near thing, but we kept our success streak alive.
From Seattle Times • Dec. 6, 2012
I ain't going to cry, but it’s a near thing.
From "Dread Nation" by Justina Ireland
