closer

Example Sentences

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But Sabalenka surrendered her advantage, tightening as the finish line drew closer and producing three unforced errors to allow Rybakina to break for a second time and hit the front.

From BBC

"Prices can increase closer to departure," Chelsea says, "and adding luggage at the airport or gate is almost always the most expensive option."

From BBC

She's used to having to stay in London overnight if she wants to see any big-name artists, who rarely perform any closer to where she lives.

From BBC

The Scottish government wants the country's 14 health board to work closer together in the coming years to tackle longstanding problems like waiting time and treatment delays.

From BBC

In the past year, labor conditions have weakened, while annual inflation has been much closer to 3% than the Fed’s 2% goal.

From Barron's