be nearby

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.

Carpenter may be one of the biggest stars around, but even she recognizes that when Piggy’s in the room, everyone else should be thrilled to simply be nearby.

From Salon • Feb. 28, 2026

Plus, Buffett will still be nearby in the Omaha office.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 1, 2026

Was it someone from Special Forces or the Navy or a Coast Guard vessel that happened to be nearby?

From Slate • Oct. 21, 2025

Kim, a nurse who lives in Seal Beach, said she had worked on trauma teams previously and couldn’t believe she just happened to be nearby.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 4, 2025

I looked around for Rufus, knowing that he must be nearby.

From "Kindred" by Octavia Butler