hard by
"Hard by" is an archaic expression meaning very near or close, often found in historical or literary texts.
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Definition
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(dated, literary)Very near or in close proximity.
Example
- The old church stands hard by the ancient oak.
- The tavern is hard by, just around the corner.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "hard by":
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