as in close
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 in
at, within, or to a short distance or time
I'll be nearby if you need anything
Synonyms & Similar Words
Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nearby
Adjective
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What To Know Real estate agents who spoke to Redfin said buyers are becoming reluctant to finalize purchases due to economic uncertainties, in particular high mortgage rates, the potential impacts of tariffs, inflation and the possibility of a recession in the near future.—
Hugh Cameron,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 July 2025 -
But their 9-0 start was derailed late as UM dropped two of its final three regular-season games to go from a near lock for the playoffs to missing out entirely.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
23 July 2025
Adverb
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Vermont, Hawaii, West Virginia, and North Dakota come in close behind.—
Staff Author,
Parents,
23 July 2025
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With its efforts to bring the art and environment closer together since 2001, the non-profit Artists in Residence in the Everglades (AIRIE) has not only grown in size, but in depth.—
Carolina del Busto,
Miami Herald,
22 July 2025
Preposition
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Although things occasionally get testy along the shared border, relations had been for the most part cordial, with both sides camping side-by-side, sharing singalongs and games of Takraw, a form of foot volleyball.—
Charlie Campbell,
Time,
25 July 2025
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In recent years, the construction of a wall along the United States-Mexico border under President Donald Trump toppled untold numbers of saguaro cacti.—
The Editors,
JSTOR Daily,
25 July 2025
Adverb
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As the guests walked in, Hasmik would scream with joy and call Tony to come say hello.—
Bahar Anooshahr,
AZCentral.com,
24 July 2025
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Merino Tech Base Layer Set Merino wool is arguably one of the best materials to hike in, and a gorilla trek is no exception.—
Claire Gallam,
Travel + Leisure,
23 July 2025
Preposition
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The lawsuit included photos of Kenyon with severe burn scars across his arms, legs and chest.—
Perry Vandell,
AZCentral.com,
23 July 2025
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As retailers deplete their pre-tariff inventory, costs are expected to rise across a range of goods, USA TODAY reported.—
Diana Leyva,
The Tennessean,
23 July 2025
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“Nearby.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nearby. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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