closer

Example Sentences

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A closer look shows a deeper shift happening under the surface.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 5, 2026

But after securing her place in Eurovision's hall of fame in Vienna, Dara's idea of future success is a little closer to home.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

"We hope that Albania will follow quickly and that the entire region will continue to move closer to our union."

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

Though we often think of anesthesia as putting us in a deep sleep, new research suggests it could actually be closer to being in a coma than previously thought.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

Cam pulled his chair closer, like he was creating a bubble here, like no others existed in this moment.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith