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Near Thing

Noun:

1. a close or almost successful attempt at achieving something.

Example Sentence: His shot at the basket was a near thing, but it just missed.

Noun:

2. (British English) a narrow escape from danger or an accident.

Example Sentence: The driver had a near thing when his car skidded on the icy road.

Adjective:

1. almost or very nearly the specified thing.

Example Sentence: She had a near thing experience of winning the lottery.

Adjective:

2. close in relationship or emotional connection.

Example Sentence: The two sisters have a near thing bond and tell each other everything.

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