nearby
Meaning
The term "nearby" refers to something that is close in distance or proximity to a particular location.
💡 A common mistake is to confuse "nearby" with "close by," but they can be used interchangeably in most contexts.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
I
decided
to
walk
to
the
nearby
park
after
finishing
my
work
because
I
needed
some
fresh
air
.
The
path
was
lined
with
trees
and
people
sat
on
benches
reading
or
talking
quietly
.
A
small
caf
é
by
the
entrance
served
coffee
and
pastries
,
so
I
bought
a
cup
and
sat
down
to
watch
the
children
play
.
I
had
been
feeling
tired
all
week
,
but
the
calm
atmosphere
and
light
exercise
helped
me
relax
.
By
the
time
I
left
,
I
felt
refreshed
and
ready
to
return
to
my
tasks
with
a
clearer
mind
.
Common Phrases
nearby area
nearby attractions
nearby facilities
Synonyms
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