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
It was a game that really suited him, where he could make an impact at close quarters but also find space out wide where his pace and hands are a point of difference.
From BBC ● Sep. 18, 2023
All of this frequently needs to be done at close quarters.
From BBC ● Sep. 5, 2023
His goal was to expose them at close quarters to the charismatic energy of his protege Ernest Lawrence, and he was surely successful at finalizing their approval for the cyclotron grant.
From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik
