closely

Example Sentences

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But no matter how closely the horses in movies resemble the horses we see in nature, nobody argued that movies create living horses.

From Slate • May 25, 2026

Because of this, the research team decided to closely examine pieces of preserved wood recovered during excavations.

From Science Daily • May 24, 2026

Amid this soccer overhaul, one of the most closely watched names remains Denis Bouanga.

From Los Angeles Times • May 24, 2026

While the ceremony itself remained private with reportedly just Anderson’s twin sister as a witness and brother-in-law as officiant, the absence underscored how closely the Trump family continues to be scrutinized even in personal milestones.

From Salon • May 23, 2026

I can still hear her banging around and muttering for her cat, so I look at the pictures more closely.

From "The Wrong Way Home" by Kate O’Shaughnessy