as in near
not being distant in time, space, or significance
grabbed the nearby quilt and gently laid it over the sleeping child
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as in close
at, within, or to a short distance or time
I'll be nearby if you need anything
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Recent Examples of nearby
Phillip Valys, Sun Sentinel, 1 May 2026
The launch came 8 hours and 42 minutes after the Falcon Heavy launch from nearby KSC earlier in the day.
—Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 1 May 2026
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 May 2026
Like GasBuddy, users can search gas stations and prices nearby.
—Jeff A. Chamer
may 6, Charlotte Observer, 6 May 2026
Carrie Honaker, Travel + Leisure, 22 Feb. 2026
Two persons of interest were later arrested after being captured on video running into a house nearby the scene.
—Caroline Kubzansky, Chicago Tribune, 4 Feb. 2026
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Adjective
In two weeks, nearby breakfast-lunch hub Top Hat Deli plans to open for dinner service and incorporate some dishes from Foxy Brown, Be Nice spokeswoman Sasha Formica said.
—Phillip Valys, Sun Sentinel, 1 May 2026
The launch came 8 hours and 42 minutes after the Falcon Heavy launch from nearby KSC earlier in the day.
—Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 1 May 2026
Adverb
What to do nearby Set along Mokapu Beach, the resort offers ocean activities like snorkeling and Hawaiian canoe experiences.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 May 2026
Like GasBuddy, users can search gas stations and prices nearby.
—Jeff A. Chamer
may 6, Charlotte Observer, 6 May 2026
Preposition
For longer floats, nearby KP Hole Park offers VIP parking on weekends, which can be a game-changer.
—Carrie Honaker, Travel + Leisure, 22 Feb. 2026
Two persons of interest were later arrested after being captured on video running into a house nearby the scene.
—Caroline Kubzansky, Chicago Tribune, 4 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nearby
Adjective
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While the vote outcome is negative for the near-term regulatory path, the debate is nuanced, said Barclays analyst James Gordon.—
Elsa Ohlen,
CNBC,
1 May 2026
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Given the Fed's current hold, a sudden drop seems unlikely in the near term, but it's never guaranteed.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
1 May 2026
Adverb
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With average credit card APRs above 21% and personal loans closer to 12%, borrowers who qualify for lower personal loan rates could cut their interest costs nearly in half.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
4 May 2026
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And if Tatis finds his power stroke to add to his Grade-A right-field defense, the picture clicks into something much closer to full focus.—
Tom Krasovic,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 May 2026
Preposition
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Bad Wolf was commissioned by the BBC and Disney+, along with BBC Studios, to be the producer for hire that made 26 episodes in this big BBC and Disney+ deal… There was never any talk of more than that.—
K.J. Yossman,
Variety,
7 May 2026
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The city’s powerful labor unions have backed her, along with much of the Democratic establishment.—
Gustavo Arellano,
Los Angeles Times,
7 May 2026
Adjective
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The article said Iran considers the Strait of Hormuz strategically linked to its national security, and that any long-term governance or operational structure for the waterway should be determined through regional dialogue, particularly with neighboring coastal states.—
May 6,
CBS News,
6 May 2026
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Its distinctive mansard roof, cast-iron details and granite columns reflected the optimism of the post-Civil War era, and stand out next to its neighboring neoclassical buildings.—
Rachel Treisman,
NPR,
4 May 2026
Adverb
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Mira’s politics are still primarily shaped by her parents, but the culture creeps in.—
Anna Wiener,
New Yorker,
4 May 2026
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The big buy, $13 million reliever Pete Fairbanks, has been strong when in — but is hurt now.—
Dave Hyde,
Sun Sentinel,
4 May 2026
Preposition
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Leaders across the globe called on Iran Monday evening to de-escalate tensions in the Middle East after the country launched attacks on the United Arab Emirates, putting the ceasefire agreement to its most challenging test yet.—
Christopher Cann,
USA Today,
5 May 2026
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The Met Gala steps may be where the most camera bulbs flash, but across the street plenty of fans are getting their cellphone pics in.—
Dalila Muata,
NBC news,
5 May 2026
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“Nearby.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nearby. Accessed 8 May. 2026.
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