closer

Example Sentences

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In Washington DC, park officials announced that the Washington Monument will close early at 13:00 local time as the storm drew closer.

From BBC

Under the partnership between the UK and Ukraine, closer co-operation in the defence industries will also be sought with third countries as part of efforts to bolster international security.

From BBC

The findings further suggest that individuals known to have had past exposure to chlorpyrifos might benefit from closer neurological monitoring.

From Science Daily

At a lecture to business leaders in London later on Tuesday, she will say this investment as well as closer ties with the EU and greater regional powers will help boost sluggish economic growth.

From BBC

He shoved the book in place, then moved closer to me.

From Literature