Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Showing results for near. Search instead for nefar.
Definitions

near

[neer] / nɪər /




Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

See Examples For:

Gareth Ward, the chef behind Ynyshir Restaurant and Rooms near Machynlleth, Powys - which has an almost £500 per head tasting menu - has partnered up with Aberystwyth Town Football Club, in Ceredigion.

From BBC Jul. 28, 2026

The “phased” nature of the reopening of southern ports to Mexican cattle is expected to significantly limit how many cattle actually flow into the U.S. in the near term, said Maloni at ArrowStream.

From MarketWatch Jul. 28, 2026

The “Silo” co-star on his family’s tight New York City walk-up, living near Gaslight Café and his teamster job to pay for UCLA.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 28, 2026

The Green fire was reported shortly before 5:45 p.m. on a steep slope along Highway 38 near Mountain Home Village.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 28, 2026

After three years, the end is finally near, and she knows it.

From "At Last She Stood" by Erin Entrada Kelly

We may also eventually receive light from some galaxies located even farther away, provided that the light began traveling toward us when the galaxies were nearer.

From Science Daily Jul. 25, 2026

While expectations for the House may evolve as the November election draws nearer, only 218 votes are needed for a legislative majority in the House.

From Salon Jul. 8, 2026

The leading players want nearer 22% by 2030 and limited their pre-French Open media commitments to 15 minutes in protest at the money on offer.

From BBC May 27, 2026

If they inch nearer to Europe’s 25%, Morgan Stanley estimates that could translate to $1.7 trillion in equity purchases.

From Barron's May 20, 2026

Minutes later, a tiny black spot arose in the sky above the Shipwreck, growing bigger and bigger as it came nearer.

From "The Very, Very Far North" by Dan Bar-el

Women can check online, external to find their nearest participating pharmacy.

From BBC Jul. 28, 2026

Meals used in the clinical trial are prepared in a controlled metabolic kitchen, where researchers measure ingredients to the nearest 0.1 gram.

From Science Daily Jul. 26, 2026

"Citizens and residents are urged to remain calm and head to the nearest safe place," the ministry said on X.

From Barron's Jul. 24, 2026

For the stocks in this table, that would mean buying the straddles expiring on Aug. 2, or the next nearest date if that expiration date not exist for a particular stock.

From MarketWatch Jul. 23, 2026

Giving up on landmarks, Jack started looking for the nearest farm or town, anything with people who could give them directions.

From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley

Bertha is forecast to weaken back to a tropical depression on Thursday and may dissipate by the end of the week as it nears the Texas coast.

From BBC Jul. 21, 2026

But the feeling one is left with as the court nears the end of this term is a deep frustration about who gets access to justice.

From Slate Jul. 1, 2026

When a parent nears the end of their life, issues like costs for care and splitting inheritances can arise, and family fights about money can get even more intense.

From MarketWatch Jun. 30, 2026

More than half a dozen versions of the heavy bomber have been used by the U.S. military, which is planning yet another update of the aging aircraft as it nears its 100th birthday.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 17, 2026

As he nears, I see his brow is furrowed in wavy wrinkles of a permanent scowl.

From "The Last Cuentista" by Donna Barba Higuera

As the flames - aided by strong winds - neared their property on Thursday, the couple and their neighbours decided to try escape by car.

From BBC Jul. 13, 2026

Japan’s Nikkei 225 also shed more than 3.5%, with tech leading the declines, as the yen neared its weakest level in four decades.

From Barron's Jun. 23, 2026

The number of MPs who had pledged their support for Burham’s leadership had neared 300 by the time Starmer said he would step down.

From Slate Jun. 23, 2026

As California’s primary neared, people staked their dollars on the state’s races in droves.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 16, 2026

The streets quieted as they neared the road that led to the temple, but just before it, Kamau's expression hardened.

From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray

Home construction in the U.K. capital is nearing a standstill, with ground broken on just 4,170 housing units in 2024-25.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 20, 2026

There are about 547 miles of trunk line underground across the city, much of which is nearing the end of its useful life and will need to be replaced in the coming years.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 20, 2026

A devastating wildfire burning in the Cairngorms is nearing its seventh day, as helicopters battle to stop the spread of the flames.

From BBC Jul. 20, 2026

Since then, my brother has been diagnosed with a debilitating illness that is now nearing its final stages.

From MarketWatch Jul. 17, 2026

“With good reason,” Celaena said, stepping over the legs of the Crown Prince and nearing the fifth pup.

From "Throne of Glass" by Sarah J. Maas




Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Join 12,000,000 vocabulary learners

Start learning new words today on VocabTrainer.
You'll remember them forever.

Start training