closer

Example Sentences

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The ruminative “Third Side of the Moon” finds Brock murmuring how he wishes he’d paid closer attention to the details of a friend who is no longer with him.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

If trends for Game 4 follow the previous games in the series, prices will continue to drop as tip-off comes closer.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026

It’d be a lot closer to the ’70s.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

The new rules will stop learners booking the soonest test available anywhere, then making a series of swaps to get a slot closer to home.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

He grabbed a magazine, then scooted closer to me.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu