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as in almost
very close to but not completely
bought it for next to nothing
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Recent Examples of next to
Luca Evans, Denver Post, 5 Sep. 2025
In a sweet snap, Heming Willis and Moore, 62, pose next to Willis' youngest daughters – Evelyn, 11, and 13-year-old Mabel – as well as Moore's daughters with the actor: Tallulah, 31, Scout, 33, and 37-year-old Rumer Willis.
—Jay Stahl, USA Today, 5 Sep. 2025
Kevin Fixler, Idaho Statesman, 12 Sep. 2025
The two men then lie down next to each other and stare at the ceiling.
—Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 12 Sep. 2025
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Preposition
The Titans did bring in former Bronco Cody Barton in free agency, who put together a solid 2024, but will also start second-year linebacker Cedric Gray next to him.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 5 Sep. 2025
In a sweet snap, Heming Willis and Moore, 62, pose next to Willis' youngest daughters – Evelyn, 11, and 13-year-old Mabel – as well as Moore's daughters with the actor: Tallulah, 31, Scout, 33, and 37-year-old Rumer Willis.
—Jay Stahl, USA Today, 5 Sep. 2025
Adverb
To mine the site, Perpetua would operate across three open pits and use cyanide for processing next to the East Fork South Fork Salmon River.
—Kevin Fixler, Idaho Statesman, 12 Sep. 2025
The two men then lie down next to each other and stare at the ceiling.
—Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 12 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for next to
Preposition
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As the Dodgers challenged the call, Melvin and assistant athletic trainer Ryo Watanabe met Smith near first base to assess Smith’s health.—
Justice delos Santos,
Mercury News,
14 Sep. 2025
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Following the indictment, the FBI on Wednesday conducted a raid near Augusta, Georgia, arresting leaders after years of allegations that the church operated like a cult and preyed on military communities nationwide.—
Alexandra Koch,
FOXNews.com,
14 Sep. 2025
Preposition
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Notable Valkyries coach Natalie Nakase revealed that she was fined by the league after her comments regarding Game 1’s officiating.—
Nathan Canilao,
Mercury News,
17 Sep. 2025
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With the lead gone after that, the bats grew even quieter.—
Gabrielle Starr,
Boston Herald,
17 Sep. 2025
Adverb
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The rule almost failed, however, when six Republicans halted action on the floor by initially voting against the procedural measure.—
Rachel Schilke,
The Washington Examiner,
17 Sep. 2025
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That was a big ask and Mac Jones was great… Kyle asked him to throw almost 40 times on the road and there’s no George Kittle.—
Robert Marvi,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Sep. 2025
Preposition
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The trends have contributed to a slump in consumer confidence, dragging on spending and threatening leaders’ official growth target for this year of around 5%.—
Nino Paoli,
Fortune,
15 Sep. 2025
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Fans eagerly flipped through its pages, circling premiere dates and planning their weekly schedules around prime-time lineups.—
Marc Berman,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
Adverb
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The modern smartphone debuted in 2007 -- nearly 20 years ago -- but school cellphone issues were exacerbated over the last few years, according to educators who spoke to ABC News.—
Arthur Jones II,
ABC News,
15 Sep. 2025
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But that defense honestly looks pretty weak in light of the federal government’s contention that Google has a search monopoly, controlling nearly 90% of the market.—
Andy Meek,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
Adverb
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Ruching on the sleeves and a darling keyhole neckline are thoughtful touches that’ll help this top stand out from others in your collection, and the deep colors and whimsical pattern are practically destined for your fall wardrobe.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Sep. 2025
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But practically speaking, the weather in Munich, Germany is not exactly desirable in October—the days are shorter, which translates to less party time and fewer people in attendance.—
Rebecca Deurlein,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
Preposition
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Multiple balconies can be found throughout the property for optimal indoor-outdoor living, and a two-lane bowling alley is situated beside the basement media room.—
India Roby,
Architectural Digest,
16 Sep. 2025
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What interests me is the conversation between surfaces, glossy against matte, the warmth of wood beside the coolness of stone.—
Kissa Castaneda,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
Preposition
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The patent for this low-latency wireless communication protocol, spearheaded by NREL power electronics Sarwar Islam, is pending.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
13 Sep. 2025
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Investors peg the chances of three quarter-point rate cuts by the end of this year at about 76%, according to CME FedWatch Tool, a measure of market sentiment.—
Max Zahn,
ABC News,
13 Sep. 2025
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