as in vicinity
the state or condition of being near the proximity of the curtains to the fireplace was a cause of concern for the safety inspector

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Recent Examples of proximity The riverfront town’s proximity to picturesque Gulf beaches and islands is just another facet of Bradenton’s seemingly endless charm. Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 21 Mar. 2025 President Donald Trump's tariff policy against Canadian trade with the U.S. has led to a rise in anti-American sentiment in the nation, and Musk's close proximity with Trump has had a knock-on effect on his company's reputation there. Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 20 Mar. 2025 The Road Ahead Nearshoring in Mexico offers a compelling solution for companies looking to balance cost, proximity and risk. Jorge Gonzalez Henrichsen, Forbes, 20 Mar. 2025 There are several destinations for these dude ranches, from Big Sky in the Yellowstone area to northwestern Montana in proximity to Glacier National Park. Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 20 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for proximity

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“Proximity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/proximity. Accessed 2 Apr. 2025.

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