nearer

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The months zoomed by, the primary drew nearer, and something genuinely surprising happened: Platner solidified himself as the overwhelming favorite for the nomination.

From Slate • Apr. 13, 2026

In the past, ships transiting the strait passed closer to its southern side, nearer the coast of Oman.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026

As investors see the war in Iran potentially edging nearer to completion, that’s benefited so-called risk-on trades, including within the memory sector.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

The backdrop comes as the S&P 500 slides nearer to correction territory.

From Barron's • Mar. 29, 2026

But as Pa came nearer Laura screamed, and with a wild leap and a scramble she went over the wood-box, dragging Mary with her.

From "Little House in the Big Woods" by Laura Ingalls Wilder