next to
The phrase "next to" is commonly used in English to describe proximity, order, or degree.
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Definition
A2General
(common)Positioned immediately beside or adjacent to something or someone.
Example
- She sat next to him on the sofa.
- The hotel is right next to the airport.
B1Preference or Ranking
(common)Following in order or sequence after something or someone.
Example
- Next to soccer, I like playing tennis best.
- Next to her, I’m a very poor cook.
B2Degree
(informal)Almost or nearly.
Example
- It's next to impossible to predict the outcome.
- Most pre-prepared weight loss products are next to useless.
B2Comparison
(common)Used to compare two things, often highlighting a significant difference.
Example
- Next to her, I’m a very poor cook.
- The new car is much faster next to the old model.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "next to":
next doorside by sideclose toclose byon the sideon the other side ofcheek by jowlnear at hand