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near
Examples
The near bus stop is convenient for commuting to work.
The park is near our house, so we often go there for evening walks.
02
close in time to a moment
Examples
The near future holds many exciting possibilities.
The deadline for the project is near, so we need to finalize everything soon.
03
almost identical to the authentic item
Examples
The watch was near the original in design but lacked the fine details.
He wore a near-silk shirt that had a similar sheen to the real fabric.
04
having a strong, close connection with someone, either emotionally or relationally
Examples
They have always been near friends, sharing everything with each other.
Over the years, they became near companions, supporting each other through tough times.
05
referring to the left-hand item in a set or arrangement
Examples
The near wheel of the cart needed to be replaced first.
She reached for the near handle to open the door.
06
showing unwillingness to share or part with resources
Examples
She was near about lending her car, even to close friends.
My cousin is near when it comes to treating others; she rarely offers anything without hesitation.
07
having qualities or characteristics that closely resemble something else
Examples
Her ideas are near to what I had imagined, just with a different twist.
The two songs have near melodies, though one has more upbeat rhythm.
near
01
at a short distance away from someone or something
Examples
The children became happy when they found out that the playground is near the apartment building.
The school is strategically placed near the residential area.
02
used to indicate proximity in time
Examples
The movie will start near noon.
We arrived near lunchtime and had a quick meal.
03
used to indicate being close to a particular state or condition
Examples
The company is near bankruptcy.
The patient is near death.
04
used to indicate a proximate or close amount
Examples
The population of the city is near 1 million people.
The cost of the project is near $5,000.
05
used to indicate close resemblance
Examples
The color of the new paint is near the shade of the previous one.
Her singing voice is near that of a professional, with exceptional control and range.
near
01
not far in distance
Examples
We sat near and could feel the heat from the bonfire.
The car skidded to a stop near, narrowly avoiding a collision.
02
used to refer to something that is almost done or at a certain point
Examples
The project is near completion, with just a few final touches needed.
His explanation was near flawless, addressing almost every detail.
to near
01
to approach or move in the direction of someone or something
Transitive: to near a place
Examples
The hikers decided to near the summit.
As the ship continued to near the shore, passengers gathered on the deck to catch a glimpse of the approaching coastline.
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