closer

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Liberal Democrat MP Munira Wilson told the BBC's Westminster Hour: "We need a closer relationship with Europe, but we also need parliamentary democracy."

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

Now, it seems to be closer to reality.

From Salon • Apr. 12, 2026

As a kid, a shared love of the scene brought him closer to his sister.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 11, 2026

The ability to create and maintain reactive intermediate molecules in water also brings scientists closer to replicating the chemistry that naturally occurs inside living cells, which are mostly composed of water.

From Science Daily • Apr. 11, 2026

Russell laid his arm on the armrest between us and leaned closer to me.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu