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proximate
01
directly related or closely linked in cause or effect
Examples
The proximate cause of the fire was a faulty electrical wire.
The proximate effect of the new policy was an immediate increase in applications.
02
very close in time, occurring just before or after another event
Examples
The proximate events of the day led to a very busy evening.
His proximate deadlines made the week especially stressful.
