closest

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Many series followed in the wake of “Battlestar Galactica” that aspired to capitalize on its legacy; in my mind, “The Expanse” came closest to meeting its level of fearless political and social pertinence.

From Salon • May 5, 2026

European leaders are descending on Armenia for two unprecedented summits in a country long considered Russia's closest ally in the South Caucasus.

From BBC • May 3, 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

The Solomon Islands are seen as one of China's closest partners and backers in the South Pacific, and they signed a secretive security pact in 2022.

From Barron's • May 1, 2026

In the doorway of my assigned room on the third floor I could see the dim outline of a body in the bed closest to the door and an empty bed closer to the window.

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse