PROXIMITY Synonyms: 11 Similar and Opposite Words

proximity

noun

präk-ˈsi-mə-tē

Definition of proximity

as in vicinity

the state or condition of being near the proximity of the curtains to the fireplace was a cause of concern for the safety inspector

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Recent Examples of proximity Katalyst will continue to operate Link in proximity with the telescope to demonstrate capabilities for future rescue operations. — Marcia Dunn, Los Angeles Times, 23 Aug. 2026 Evidence abounds that proximity to blue spaces is good for human beings. — Jeffrey Steele, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026 Through their private business dealings, bosses can penetrate ruling parties in other countries and gain proximity to political leaders and access to information that China’s official embassies cannot easily obtain. — Alvin Camba, Foreign Affairs, 21 Aug. 2026 Bangladesh has become a leading destination and market for yaba because of its geographic proximity to Myanmar, where production of the drug is particularly concentrated. — Chas Newkey-Burden, TheWeek, 18 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for proximity

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Alter also immediately left his courtside seat during the altercation and crossed the court to confront Kanter Freedom, visibly instructing him to leave the vicinity and encouraging security to intervene.

— Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 25 Aug. 2026
August 23 marks the anniversary of the first time Earth was photographed from the vicinity of the moon.

— Adam Kovac, Scientific American, 23 Aug. 2026

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