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proximity

[prok-sim-i-tee] / prɒkˈsɪm ɪ ti /


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In close proximity to the sandstone peaks of Zion National Park, St. George has a bustling downtown for travelers to return to after a day of hiking.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

Because these celebrity exorcists are imbued with a kind of divine authority in their audiences’ minds by their proximity to supernatural matters, their social media followings can be unusually strong and loyal.

From Slate • Jun. 8, 2026

“I think proximity is always important and I would say it’s still what happens in L.A. that impacts the rest of the country, especially the Korean community,” she added.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

He said Cambridge was attractive to buyers because of low crime rates, proximity to London, and good schools.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

Everything on the island was ruled by this moment, measured by proximity, either before or after, to this moment.

From "Orphan Island" by Laurel Snyder




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