CLOSING IN (ON) Synonyms: 26 Similar and Opposite Words

closing in (on)

verb

present participle of close in (on)

as in approaching

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Two tests are approaching A parabolic flight campaign scheduled for November 2026 will examine electromagnetic actuation and tile mobility in microgravity.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 29 Oct. 2026
This in a state in which total combined advertising for the two major party candidates is approaching $400 million.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 29 Oct. 2026

Definition of approaching

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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
Surgery Partners — Shares surged almost 25% after the Financial Times reported Sunday that Bon Secours Mercy Health was nearing a $6 billion takeover of the healthcare services company.

— Davis Giangiulio, CNBC, 26 Oct. 2026

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The kit includes the XL15 lens, detachable light, focusing stand, μRuler M, i-SEEING app, and carrying case.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 27 Oct. 2026
During that review, look at the major components of your financial life rather than focusing only on your investment portfolio.

— Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 27 Oct. 2026

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Police tried to prevent other small groups of protesters from converging on government buildings, Nuñez's office said.

— SYLVIE CORBET, Arkansas Online, 18 Oct. 2026
Why Screening Is So Important Three forces are converging to push lobular breast cancer into sharper public focus.

— Samantha Agate, Kansas City Star, 14 Oct. 2026

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