proximity
noun
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The fact that the star closest in proximity to our sun (approximately 4.2 light-years distant) is named Proxima Centauri is no coincidence. The history of proximity hinges on the idea of closeness, both physical and metaphorical. English speakers borrowed the word from Middle French, which in turn acquired it from forms of the Latin adjective proximus, meaning "nearest" or "next." Close relatives of proximity in English include proximal, proximate, and the somewhat more rare approximal (meaning "contiguous"). A number of other languages, including Catalan, Portuguese, and Italian, have similar words that come from the Latin proximus.
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James Raia, The Mercury News, 10 Nov. 2024
Washington state–where some wild salmon is sourced and with its proximity to Alaskan suppliers–has routinely tested as one of the most reliable fish markets for consumers, with relatively low rates of mislabeling, notes Delgado.
—Lauren Leffer, Popular Science, 6 Nov. 2024
For multifamily properties, this might mean highlighting amenities, sustainability features or proximity to local attractions.
—Meyer Orbach, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
Flashback: Altoona's planning and zoning commission denied recommending the Starbucks during its Sept. 24 meeting, because of traffic and the drive-thru's proximity to the school, since both have the same peak hours.
—Linh Ta, Axios, 1 Nov. 2024
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“Proximity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/proximity. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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