1
as in approaching
being soon to appear or take place
the proximate publication of his first novel
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2
as in near
not being distant in time, space, or significance
the husband feels that their house is a little too proximate to his in-laws' condo for his peace and comfort
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Recent Examples of proximate
Ever since coastal erosion became a phrase and local legislation came into force in 2001, building a residence so proximate to the water has been forbidden.
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Nielsen Dinwoodie, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
My parents were too poor to buy houses that were proximate to where the good schools were.
—Fortune Editors, Fortune, 9 Nov. 2023
There is just muffled breathing and the soft, warm, proximate presence of another … Over a 70-year career, Freud concerned himself almost exclusively with getting paint to convey the living weight and mortal gorgeousness of the human body and of other things close at hand, living and dead.
—Sebastian Smee, Washington Post, 6 Oct. 2022
The bar is also proximate to show business haunt La Poubelle and improv theater Upright Citizens Brigade.
—Matt Donnelly, Variety, 17 Mar. 2023
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Nielsen Dinwoodie, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
My parents were too poor to buy houses that were proximate to where the good schools were.
—Fortune Editors, Fortune, 9 Nov. 2023
There is just muffled breathing and the soft, warm, proximate presence of another … Over a 70-year career, Freud concerned himself almost exclusively with getting paint to convey the living weight and mortal gorgeousness of the human body and of other things close at hand, living and dead.
—Sebastian Smee, Washington Post, 6 Oct. 2022
The bar is also proximate to show business haunt La Poubelle and improv theater Upright Citizens Brigade.
—Matt Donnelly, Variety, 17 Mar. 2023
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for proximate
Adjective
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Now, conservationists are pivoting by building a new captive population in facilities across Hawaii and the mainland U.S. with the hope that avian malaria can be contained in the near future.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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But investors are bracing for further pain in the near future, carefully choosing equities to withstand the volatility that could spell a wider range of potential outcomes for the overall market.—
Sarah Min,
CNBC,
17 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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For more information about upcoming events, go to www.delmarfoundation.org.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
19 Apr. 2025
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Collins can't help but be excited for her character's upcoming storyline.—
Amaris Encinas,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The new Charlotte Knights’ manager pitched for four MLB teams from 2010 to 2015, recording 30 saves as the closer for the Chicago White Sox in 2011.—
Shane Connuck,
Charlotte Observer,
17 Apr. 2025
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That’s in part thanks to a close collaboration between Stein and Weinstein.—
Leah Abrams,
Them.,
17 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Zoom in: Musk, who has wielded significant influence in the Trump administration, may be stepping back in coming months, the president said Thursday.—
Ben Berkowitz,
Axios,
5 Apr. 2025
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In coming months, payroll gains could downshift more dramatically as those far-reaching import taxes push up inflation and dampen consumer spending, analysts say.—
Paul Davidson,
USA Today,
4 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Hugo used the firm’s unique approach to implement immediate ROI and expand AI implementation organically for their clients.—
Jason Phillips,
USA Today,
25 Apr. 2025
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Buying a running business can provide immediate cash flow and fully functional operational systems.—
Raheel Sheikh,
Forbes.com,
24 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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As the dust settles on Newcastle United’s disappointing 4-1 defeat at fellow Champions League qualification hopefuls Aston Villa on Saturday, any sense of impending crisis has dissipated.—
Harry De Cosemo,
Forbes.com,
21 Apr. 2025
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The chemistry between Davido and Victoria Monét is heavy, the beat is breezy, and the vibes are all about mutual love, respect, and attraction—a perfect track for the impending warm weather.—
Michael Saponara,
Billboard,
21 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Rodgers noted how Hathcock used social media to promote an imminent signing for UF.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
11 Apr. 2025
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But with some of the yellowjackets apprehensive about a return to home and normal life, is their rescue actually imminent?—
Yvonne Villarreal,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Apr. 2025
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“Proximate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/proximate. Accessed 28 Apr. 2025.
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