as in vicinity
the state or condition of being near
the proximity of the curtains to the fireplace was a cause of concern for the safety inspector
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Recent Examples of proximity
The resort combines sleek Nordic design with proximity to geothermal trails, an ideal base for exploring Iceland’s highlands.
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Becca Blond, AFAR Media, 5 Feb. 2025
The company said the race holds significance for the Champagne maison, with its proximity to the Champagne region.
—Kanika Talwar, WWD, 5 Feb. 2025
Additionally, Telsa sales in the European Union declined by 13 percent since 2024, which coincided with Musk's growing proximity with Donald Trump, as well as his interest in European politics.
—Anders Fogh Rasmussen, Newsweek, 5 Feb. 2025
Another indicator was the site’s proximity to a church.
—Taylor Nicioli, CNN, 4 Feb. 2025
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Becca Blond, AFAR Media, 5 Feb. 2025
The company said the race holds significance for the Champagne maison, with its proximity to the Champagne region.
—Kanika Talwar, WWD, 5 Feb. 2025
Additionally, Telsa sales in the European Union declined by 13 percent since 2024, which coincided with Musk's growing proximity with Donald Trump, as well as his interest in European politics.
—Anders Fogh Rasmussen, Newsweek, 5 Feb. 2025
Another indicator was the site’s proximity to a church.
—Taylor Nicioli, CNN, 4 Feb. 2025
See all Example Sentences for proximity
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“Proximity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/proximity. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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