nears

[US]/[nɪəz]/
[UK]/[nɪərz]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.to approach or draw near to; to become closer to a particular time or event

Phrases & Collocations

nears completion

nears the deadline

nears midnight

nears the surface

nearing closer

nears sixty

nears the summit

nears the end

nears dawn

nears the target

Example Sentences

the deadline nears, and stress levels are rising.

the finish line nears; we're almost there!

the storm nears the coast, bringing heavy rain.

the holiday season nears, and shopping begins.

the summit nears, a challenging final stretch.

the birthday nears; let's plan a surprise.

the end of the year nears; time for reflection.

the train nears the station, slowing down.

the concert nears its conclusion, a fantastic show.

the election nears, and campaigning intensifies.

the sunset nears the horizon, painting the sky.

the project nears completion, a significant milestone.

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