closest

Example Sentences

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The next closest candidate there was Adam Miller at 14%.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

Charlie perhaps came to be my best friend and closest confidant in the world of politics.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

UBS was strongarmed into a quickfire takeover of its closest domestic rival to prevent a major blow to Switzerland's financial stability.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

It was the closest strike to the capital since the partial ceasefire was announced.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

In fact we were not Zoroastrians either, but this was the closest Samir was likely to get, and I don’t think anyone wanted to go on with the guessing.

From "The Many Assassinations of Samir, the Seller of Dreams" by Daniel Nayeri