closest

Example Sentences

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And the United States, its closest ally, has been encouraging Tokyo to play a more active security role.

From BBC • May 7, 2026

CEOs should read the early signs, not filter them out: The people closest to customers and daily operations often see cracks before they become crises.

From MarketWatch • May 6, 2026

Spain's health ministry said on Tuesday the ship was due to arrive in the Canaries in "three to four days", adding that the island chain was the closest place with the necessary facilities.

From Barron's • May 6, 2026

“The livestream isn’t being in nature, but it’s the closest thing that a lot of people get,” she said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 2, 2026

Before I could figure it out, we were at the harbor, and I was following the stream of men on board the closest of the three boats.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin