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Definition for close

adjective as in dense, cramped

adjective as in accurate, precise

Strongest match

similar

Strong matches

exact, faithful, literal, resembling

adjective as in oppressive, humid

adjective as in stingy

noun as in ending

verb as in obstruct, seal

verb as in join, unite

Strongest matches

agree, meet

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Hubbard was in close contact with officers who handled the Cabazon rescue mission, and told them “if you ever come across any horses, let me know.”

Villa supporter William Shillcock, a local boot and ball maker, approached the club and asked if he could display the cup in his show window, so fans could see it up close.

From BBC

While the Dodgers’ roster discussions remain fluid, Roberts sure made it sound on Friday night like embattled closer Tanner Scott and rookie phenom Roki Sasaki will be on the playoff roster.

The Grammy nominee told the Guardian she was unknowingly suffering serious internal bleeding while performing on stage at a festival, telling the paper her pregnancy was "the closest I came to death".

From BBC

This is the largest lead a European team has held at this stage, eclipsing the 11-5 advantage they built at Oakland Hills in 2004, when they closed out a record 18½-9½ away triumph.

From BBC

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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