CLOSE IN ON Synonyms: 24 Similar and Opposite Words

close in (on)

verb

Definition of close in (on)

as in to approach

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Over time, the orbit of the pair can decay, the duo slowly approaching one another.

— Phil Plait, Scientific American, 30 Oct. 2026
The likelihood of such a transition depends on how quickly an electron approaches the energy gap.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 29 Oct. 2026

Definition of approach

Verb

Shapiro told Semafor that he’ll be focused on passing a few specific items if his party wins full control of the government — not a parade of progressive bills, as Democrats in some swing states have done after winning the legislature.

— David Weigel, semafor.com, 30 Oct. 2026
Rather than focusing solely on uniting the party’s traditional coalition in the aftermath of the primary, El-Sayed has sought to bring new voters — particularly college students and rural residents — into the fold.

— Joey Cappelletti, Los Angeles Times, 29 Oct. 2026

Definition of focus

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Winter apparel is discounted as spring approaches; summer clothing and outdoor furniture come down as fall nears.

— Ashley Lynch, Kansas City Star, 27 Oct. 2026
The idea has gained traction beyond Maryland, with similar legislation introduced in Delaware, New York and Georgia and nearing passage in the District of Columbia.

— Jermaine F. Williams, Baltimore Sun, 27 Oct. 2026

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