1
as in neighborhood
an adjoining region or space
there are no hotels in the vicinity of the hospital
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2
as in proximity
the state or condition of being near
the vicinity of the town's only elementary school was one reason why the young couple bought the house
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Recent Examples of vicinity
The sudden flash flood warning issued for the Camp Mystic vicinity compelled many to pull back, disrupting the already complex operations.
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Hollie Silverman, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 July 2025
Also, in response to the damage, a security camera was installed in the vicinity.
—Leo Bertucci, The Courier-Journal, 2 July 2025
Norris said a full search of the area would be done to make sure no other weapons were in the vicinity.
—Rebecca Boone, Chicago Tribune, 1 July 2025
Bolster burn barrel safety: If burning is authorized in your vicinity, ensure that all burn barrels feature a weighted metal cover with holes no larger than 3/4 of an inch.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 30 June 2025
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Hollie Silverman, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 July 2025
Also, in response to the damage, a security camera was installed in the vicinity.
—Leo Bertucci, The Courier-Journal, 2 July 2025
Norris said a full search of the area would be done to make sure no other weapons were in the vicinity.
—Rebecca Boone, Chicago Tribune, 1 July 2025
Bolster burn barrel safety: If burning is authorized in your vicinity, ensure that all burn barrels feature a weighted metal cover with holes no larger than 3/4 of an inch.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 30 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for vicinity
Noun
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Her district includes some of the city’s wealthiest neighborhoods, including River North, Wicker Park, Bucktown, Lincoln Park, Roscoe Village, Lincoln Square and Portage Park.—
A.D. Quig,
Chicago Tribune,
21 July 2025
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The shooting unfolded at 11:51 p.m. Saturday in Fort Washington Park in the Washington Heights neighborhood of upper Manhattan, according to the New York Police Department.—
Bill Hutchinson,
ABC News,
20 July 2025
Noun
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León's proximity to Cerro Negro allows volcano boarders to get an early start on the expedition, beating the crowds and avoiding the midday sun, which can make the experience more challenging.—
Carley Rojas Avila,
Travel + Leisure,
26 July 2025
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That proximity to real-world problems makes their ideas feel timely, relevant, and grounded in action.—
Rhea Wessel,
Forbes.com,
25 July 2025
Noun
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Band member Fred McDowell will play the beautiful A Trumpeter’s Lullaby and vocalist Michael Ruhl will perform two popular tunes.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 July 2025
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As a result of the clubhouse drama and new tune from his former player, Red Sox manager Alex Cora was asked for a response on Devers' first base debut.—
Peter Chawaga,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 July 2025
Noun
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Some were found in a basement, others in a shed and in the backyard.—
Nathan Pilling,
Kansas City Star,
18 July 2025
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This lounge chair set comes in a ton of colors—all weather-resistant fabrics, of course—and is perfect for the backyard in desperate need of a splash.—
Erika Owen,
Architectural Digest,
18 July 2025
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“Vicinity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vicinity. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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