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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
Phillips Payson O’Brien, The Atlantic, 2 June 2025
The new portrait of Trump, alongside one of Vice President JD Vance, hangs in the Eisenhower Executive Office Building next to the White House.
—Heather Hunter, The Washington Examiner, 2 June 2025
Helene St. James, Detroit Free Press, 6 Mar. 2023
Several unmoving people could be seen lying on the street next to the pickup truck, the photos show.
—Josh Campbell, CNN, 6 Mar. 2023
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Preposition
For many years now, for instance, Chinese interests have been buying large amounts of farmland right next to important U.S. military bases.
—Phillips Payson O’Brien, The Atlantic, 2 June 2025
The new portrait of Trump, alongside one of Vice President JD Vance, hangs in the Eisenhower Executive Office Building next to the White House.
—Heather Hunter, The Washington Examiner, 2 June 2025
Adverb
He was promoted to the top line Sunday, playing next to Dylan Larkin and Lucas Raymond.
—Helene St. James, Detroit Free Press, 6 Mar. 2023
Several unmoving people could be seen lying on the street next to the pickup truck, the photos show.
—Josh Campbell, CNN, 6 Mar. 2023
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for next to
Preposition
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The 24-foot boat had sunk in the Sacramento River three weeks ago, near the Virgin Sturgeon Restaurant & Marina, according to Eric Laughlin, a spokesperson for the California Department of Fish and Wildlife.—
Ethan Wolin,
Sacbee.com,
6 June 2025
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Here’s what could happen next — Holly Ellyatt Global market action overnight Asia-Pacific markets traded mixed and U.S. stock futures were near flat overnight with sentiment dented by U.S. data showing private sector hiring has hit its lowest level in over two years.—
Chloe Taylor,Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
5 June 2025
Preposition
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But a baseball team’s fortunes can change relatively quickly, and heading into the four-game series this week at Rate Field, the Tigers had the best record in baseball at 39-21, while the Sox were on pace to lose 113 games, after their record-setting 121-loss season of 2024.—
Paul Sullivan,
Chicago Tribune,
3 June 2025
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The 6-foot-5 senior is healthy again after suffering a season-ending leg injury during the fourth game last season.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
2 June 2025
Adverb
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Today, almost 4 in 10 residents are on one of the health insurance plans for low- and moderate-income people or those with disabilities.—
Noam Levey,
NPR,
28 May 2025
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Essiedu is black, and while Stanton looks almost exactly like a young Emma Watson, but with a different skin tone, and that’s enough to cause unfortunate controversy.—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
Preposition
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In footage captured on a Ring security camera and later shared with Newsweek, four dogs, named Mikey, Bindi, Mocha Latte, and Radar, and their four cat companions, Otis, Sampson, Blackie, and Picadillo, can be seen reacting as the home around them momentarily begins shaking.—
Jack Beresford,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 May 2025
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In addition, stress related to the stigma around mental health and aging can discourage people from seeking support that would benefit them.—
Jennifer E. Graham-Engeland,
The Conversation,
28 May 2025
Adverb
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Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images January 6 Capitol Riot Defendants On his inauguration day, January 20, 2025, Trump granted full pardons to nearly everyone charged with offenses related to the January 6, 2021 Capitol riot, totaling approximately 1,500 individuals.—
Alia Shoaib,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 May 2025
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Resolution Copper also said its project has the potential to supply nearly one-quarter of the nation’s copper needs to help with the transition to clean energy and other national priorities.—
Maureen Groppe,
USA Today,
28 May 2025
Adverb
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And her combat prowess is almost non-existent, with practically no kills and half of them being by accident.—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2025
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Hub Tent Simplifying campsite setup, this has an intuitive hub design that practically pops up on its own.—
Alice Bennett,
Travel + Leisure,
29 May 2025
Preposition
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Noel, listening intently, sat beside Franco and Carlos Baerga on the bench.—
Zack Meisel,
New York Times,
2 June 2025
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O’Hara says during an interview after rehearsal, while Ball and Torres sit laughing beside him.—
Jessica Gelt,
Los Angeles Times,
2 June 2025
Preposition
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Devastated by injuries throughout the year, the Gators were undermanned in the field and the bullpen with just one bench player available.—
Jackson Castellano,
The Orlando Sentinel,
2 June 2025
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This burst of energy may be connected to the emotional clarity brought on by the full moon in your sign on May 12.—
Meghan Rose,
Glamour,
1 June 2025
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