nearer

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The months zoomed by, the primary drew nearer, and something genuinely surprising happened: Platner solidified himself as the overwhelming favorite for the nomination.

From Slate • Apr. 13, 2026

In the past, ships transiting the strait passed closer to its southern side, nearer the coast of Oman.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026

As investors see the war in Iran potentially edging nearer to completion, that’s benefited so-called risk-on trades, including within the memory sector.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

“A second supply-side inflation shock, while the inflationary impact from tariffs is still unfolding, could make further rate cuts hard to justify, at least in the nearer term,” he added.

From Barron's • Mar. 2, 2026

He still couldn't make out what it was, so he walked a little nearer before he stopped dead in his tracks.

From Nazi Saboteurs by Samantha Seiple