as in near
not being distant in time, space, or significance
grabbed the nearby quilt and gently laid it over the sleeping child
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
as in close
at, within, or to a short distance or time
I'll be nearby if you need anything
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Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nearby
Adjective
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According to American Rivers, the endangered rivers list highlights rivers that face unique threats in the near future.—
Doyle Rice,
USA Today,
17 Apr. 2025 -
Business Minister Jonathan Reynolds is reportedly set to visit China in the near future, and will be reviving the two countries’ joint Economic and Trade Commission.—
Ned Temko,
Christian Science Monitor,
17 Apr. 2025
Adverb
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New samples collected and analyzed by NASA’s Curiosity rover are pushing researchers closer than ever to finding out if Mars was once truly capable of supporting life.—
Andrew Paul,
Popular Science,
17 Apr. 2025
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Suddenly, a huge hen materialized out of nowhere with a jake tagging close behind.—
Thomas Weddle,
Outdoor Life,
17 Apr. 2025
Preposition
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Fort Worth decided April 8 to contribute $200,000 toward the construction of a Vietnam War memorial along Camp Bowie Boulevard.—
Jaime Moore-Carrillo,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 Apr. 2025
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While Kentucky River flooding has started to abate, water levels along the Ohio River, which runs through Louisville, have yet to reach their peak, and forecasters warned dangerous flooding could still be ahead for residents in and around Kentucky's largest city.—
Emily Mae Czachor,
CBS News,
8 Apr. 2025
Adverb
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On the final day, El Batey becomes a focal point, with live drumming and dancing that invite both locals and visitors to join in.—
Melissa Rose Cooper,
Essence,
18 Apr. 2025
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Now, potential employees are flown in for a one-day, in-person interview.—
Melissa Mahtani,
CBS News,
18 Apr. 2025
Preposition
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The National Civilian Community Corps deployed adults between the ages of 18 and 26 to work for weeks at a time to serve in communities, working on disaster response, environmental conservation and wildfire prevention across the country.—
Aishvarya Kavi,
New York Times,
18 Apr. 2025
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From there, our support quickly grew to extend to 54 families across the country by the end of the year.—
Dominique Fluker,
Essence,
17 Apr. 2025
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“Nearby.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nearby. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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