close by
The phrase "close by" is commonly used to describe something or someone that is near in distance.
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Definition
A2General
(informal)At a short distance from something or someone.
Example
- There's a grocery store close by.
- She lives close by, just around the corner.
B1Geographical
(informal)In the immediate vicinity or nearby area.
Example
- The park is close by our house.
- They found a cafe close by to relax.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "close by":
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