moving closer

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The Wall Street Journal reported that U.S. allies in the Persian Gulf are moving closer to joining the fight in Iran.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 24, 2026

“Japan must face the reality that the U.S. is steadily moving closer to China,” said Seiko Mimaki, professor of international relations and political science at Japan’s Doshisha University.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 6, 2026

"But the frontline is constantly moving closer and I was scared Vitaly might end up under occupation."

From BBC • Feb. 4, 2026

"The EU and India are moving closer together at the time when the rules-based international order is under unprecedented pressure through wars, coercion and economic fragmentation," the EU's top diplomat, Kaja Kallas said Wednesday.

From Barron's • Jan. 24, 2026

Steve looks down at her but doesn’t respond, just keeps up his pace, moving closer to me.

From "Thirteen Reasons Why" by Jay Asher