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Definitions from the WebClose inPart of Speech: Verb Definition: To surround or encircle someone or something, typically in a military context. Example Sentence: The enemy troops closed in on the abandoned outpost, preparing for an imminent attack. Close inPart of Speech: Phrasal verb Definition: To approach or move nearer to someone or something. Example Sentence: As the storm continued to rage, the waves started to close in on the struggling swimmer. Close inPart of Speech: Adjective Definition: Pertaining to a small, intimate, or confined space. Example Sentence: The close-in neighborhood had narrow streets and cozy little houses. Close inPart of Speech: Adverb Definition: Moving or approaching in a direction that reduces distance. Example Sentence: The target is flying too fast, but if we dive close in, we might be able to hit it. Close-inPart of Speech: Noun Definition: Refers to the area or distance within which a military weapon, especially artillery fire, is expected to be accurate. Example Sentence: The helicopter targeted the enemy's close-in defenses, destroying their fortifications. Related products on Amazon: | ||||
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