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What is another word for close to?

709 synonyms found

Pronunciation:

[ klˈə͡ʊs tuː], [ klˈə‍ʊs tuː], [ k_l_ˈəʊ_s t_uː]

Synonyms for Close to:

How to use "Close to" in context?

The word "close" can have a few different meanings depending on the context. It can refer to distance, proximity, or intimacy. In terms of distance, close can generally mean closeness, but can also mean near. When talking about proximity, close can mean either within touching distance or close enough that you can see or hear each other, but it can also connote a sense of intimacy, as in close friends or family members. In terms of intimacy, close can mean both physically close, as in being right next to each other, and emotionally close, as in being very close to the point of sharing secrets and personal thoughts.

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