1
as in intimacy
the state of being in a very personal or private relationship
my cousin and I have lost that nearness we had when we were kids
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2
as in proximity
the state or condition of being near
our nearness to the theme park has made us beloved by relatives from all over the country
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nearness
Noun
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Cunningham recently used similar shades of blue-green in two different projects, a mountain dwelling’s speakeasy and a California lounge, and notes that the color cultivates a feeling of intimacy.—
Kelly Dawson,
Architectural Digest,
30 July 2025 -
Planning intimacy in advance can help those who hate the unpredictability that comes with relationships.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
30 July 2025
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León's proximity to Cerro Negro allows volcano boarders to get an early start on the expedition, beating the crowds and avoiding the midday sun, which can make the experience more challenging.—
Carley Rojas Avila,
Travel + Leisure,
26 July 2025
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That proximity to real-world problems makes their ideas feel timely, relevant, and grounded in action.—
Rhea Wessel,
Forbes.com,
25 July 2025
Noun
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After looking at lighter and darker variations of the color and considering how homeowners live in their spaces, the #1 DIY paint brand selected this versatile hue as their 9th annual Color of the Year for its usability and familiarity.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
30 July 2025
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There’s just so much familiarity to everything this summer.—
Daniel Fienberg,
HollywoodReporter,
30 July 2025
Noun
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Pays for damage to your electronics, furniture, appliances and other belongings, Additional living expenses.—
Liz Knueven,
CNBC,
31 July 2025
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Tonight: Check your belongings (June 21-July 22) ★★★ If possible, hunker down and take it easy at home today.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
30 July 2025
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By 2001, one research team found that kinship families in at least 26 states could be denied financial support.—
Jayme Fraser,
USA Today,
16 June 2025
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There is a sense of kinship as Trump was indicted in 2023 for his efforts to overturn the results of the 2020 U.S. presidential election.—
Orianna Rosa Royle,
Fortune,
9 July 2025
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“Nearness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nearness. Accessed 7 Aug. 2025.
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