at close quarters
Example Sentences
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While working his way back home, he’s forced to outsmart a vicious beast at close quarters, and he takes up residence with a suitor.
From Salon ● Aug. 16, 2026
Scotland battled bravely at close quarters - especially on their own line - but gave away two soft tries as a result of weak defence further up the pitch.
From BBC ● Nov. 8, 2025
A couple of small groups would walk alongside MPs as they tried to move around the tiny SW1 postcode, hurling abuse and accusations at close quarters and recording them on their phones.
From BBC ● Feb. 24, 2024
That will come as little surprise to those who observed Ms Sturgeon and her largely safety-first approach at close quarters throughout the pandemic:
From BBC ● Feb. 2, 2024
He began walking faster, as if he couldn’t wait to see his creation at close quarters.
From "Inkheart" by Cornelia Funke
