Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for close in (on)
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The risk of strong to severe thunderstorms returns Sunday afternoon ahead of an approaching cold front, the weather service said.—
Robert A. Cronkleton,
Kansas City Star,
6 June 2025 -
Authorities are asking anyone who has seen Travis to call 911 immediately and do not attempt approach him.—
Nicole Acosta,
People.com,
6 June 2025
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Musk has focused most of his criticism on how the domestic policy bill would balloon the deficit.—
Chris Isidore,
CNN Money,
5 June 2025
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While the Trump administration has focused much of its attention on the issues in Maine and California, launching federal investigations and even a Department of Justice lawsuit against Maine, the America First Policy Institute (AFPI) filed a civil rights complaint calling for federal intervention.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
5 June 2025
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The number of measles cases in the U.S. so far this year has quadrupled compared to 2024 and is nearing a 30-year high.—
Youri Benadjaoud,
ABC News,
6 June 2025
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Over time, the Fed targets 2% inflation, so America is, at long last, nearing that long-term target after a yearslong bout with historic price hikes.—
David Goldman,
CNN Money,
5 June 2025
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At The Donum Estate, Oracle has found not just a physical home, but a spiritual one—a place where Biggers’ layered histories, material choices, and contemplative intentions converge into a singular, powerful experience.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
28 May 2025
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Allan described the three converging fronts of the perfect storm: AI is creating more code than ever.—
Tony Bradley,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
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“Close in (on).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/close%20in%20%28on%29. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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