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as in secrecy
the practice or habit of keeping secrets or keeping one's affairs secret
we tried to penetrate her strange closeness about her domestic life
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as in economy
the quality or practice of being overly sparing with money
rebelled against his parents' closeness with his allowance
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as in accuracy
the quality or state of being very accurate
the body was too decomposed to estimate the time of death with any great closeness
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as in intimacy
the state of being in a very personal or private relationship
the closeness of their relationship was a matter of intense speculation among their coworkers
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as in proximity
the state or condition of being near
we were surprised by the closeness of everything to our downtown loft
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as in carefulness
strict attentiveness to what one is doing
how much you get out of the sermon will depend on the closeness with which you listen to it
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for closeness
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The White House has never released a list of DOGE’s leadership, such as people reporting directly to Musk or Gleason, let alone a full list of staff members, adding to a culture of secrecy around DOGE and prompting news organizations to begin compiling lists on their own of dozens of staffers.—
David Ingram,
NBC News,
25 Feb. 2025 -
The College of Cardinals has been called to the Sistine Chapel to elect a new pope under a veil of secrecy.—
Nora Colomer,
Fox News,
24 Feb. 2025
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In its most optimistic outcome, Trump’s tariff strategy aims to achieve several ambitious objectives that could transform the U.S. economy.—
Adam Sarhan,
Forbes,
4 Mar. 2025
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That rally had been built largely on hopes for policies from Trump that would strengthen the U.S. economy and businesses.—
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4 Mar. 2025
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Census and Socioeconomic Data: The accuracy of datasets used for policymaking, including housing, labor, and economic inequality, may be undermined through changes in methodology or funding cuts.—
Monica Sanders,
Forbes,
6 Mar. 2025
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The Prince estate was allowed to review the documentary for factual accuracy.—
Samantha Bergeson,
IndieWire,
5 Mar. 2025
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From accusations over blackface to debates over artificial intelligence and the role of intimacy coordinators, this year's Oscars have sparked widespread conversations inside and outside Hollywood.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
2 Mar. 2025
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Instead, Baker and his partner Quan worked as the intimacy coordinators on the set.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
2 Mar. 2025
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This was under the proximity section of the page and Apple thanked them for furthering the understanding of potential issues with hacked devices on other platforms.—
David Phelan,
Forbes,
3 Mar. 2025
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In addition to the proximity of their restaurants and their sassy couch poses, Ramsay and Vanderpump have also shared the small screen.—
Raven Brunner,
People.com,
3 Mar. 2025
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In a field where precision can make the difference between a modest payout and a landmark settlement, AcroDocz provides a competitive edge that reshapes the way legal professionals approach case evaluation and strategy.—
Ethan Stone,
USA TODAY,
27 Feb. 2025
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In a field where precision meets purpose, leadership excellence ensures not only project success but also advances in patient care and innovation.—
Sivakumar Ramakrishnan,
Forbes,
27 Feb. 2025
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Reese also had the opportunity to build familiarity with two new teammates through Unrivaled — guards Ariel Atkins and Courtney Vandersloot.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Mar. 2025
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In contrast, new jobs are emerging that require familiarity with AI tools, automation software, or digital platforms.—
Dr. Diane Hamilton,
Forbes,
1 Mar. 2025
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To command attention, develop a memorable visual identity, create a tone and voice that truly resonate, and ensure every interaction reflects your core values.—
Melissa Houston,
Forbes,
26 Feb. 2025
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The television pool will not be affected, despite the president's differences with many major networks; before entering electoral politics, Trump was a frequent subject of tabloid and television attention and then a reality TV star.—
David Folkenflik,
NPR,
26 Feb. 2025
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“Closeness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/closeness. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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