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near

[neer] / nɪər /




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In September 2002, Ronald Johnken was found in Chollas Creek near 3300 National Ave., according to the release.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

But for older investors in or near retirement, it’s a portfolio disaster.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

An AFP photographer saw law enforcement use stun grenades to try disperse the crowds near Madison Square Garden.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

Tickets in the lower deck near midfield were about $1,250.

From Salon • Jun. 11, 2026

The doctor offers Phineas $1,000 for the pocketful of pebbles that Phineas has collected walking along the Black River near town.

From "Phineas Gage" by John Fleischman




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