propinquity
Example Sentences
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Propinquity makes hearts grow fonder, and they decide, if the new play clicks, to remarry.
From Time Magazine Archive
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Propinquity perhaps and the shut-in existence that they lead account for much of it.
From The Gorgeous Girl by Bartley, Nalbro
Propinquity, she knew, was her first lieutenant and the unobtrusive way in which these two young people were continually thrown together must have been a surprise even to themselves.
From The Maker of Opportunities by Gibbs, George
Propinquity, in my opinion, is what will do the trick.
From Right Ho, Jeeves by Wodehouse, P. G. (Pelham Grenville)
Propinquity was at once a danger and a cure.
From Kenny by Nuyttens, Joseph Pierre
Vocabulary lists containing propinquity
The Scarlet Letter
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Close Encounters: Synonyms for "Near"
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"Simon's Saga," Vocabulary from Episode 15
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