closer

Example Sentences

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Just five months ago, the core rate of inflation had slowed to a five-year low of 2.5% and was moving closer to the Fed’s 2% long-term target.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

Repayment trends warrant closer watch as weaker credit performance could lift credit costs and impaired-loan ratios in coming quarters, he says.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Just five months ago, the core rate of inflation had slowed to a five-year low of 2.5% and was moving closer to the Fed’s 2% long-term target.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

I'll enjoy the excitement building up to it but as it gets closer, I'll focus on the game and not the occasion.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

I set my phone down on the bench beside me and pull the plate closer.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam