nearness
/ˈnɪrnəs/
noun
- The state or quality of being close in distance or time.
- The nearness of the ocean made the town popular with tourists.
- We were comforted by the nearness of the hospital.
- The nearness of the deadline caused everyone to work faster.
- The state of being closely related or connected.
- She valued the nearness of her family during difficult times.
- Genetic nearness explains why siblings often look alike.
- The nearness of their friendship was obvious to everyone.
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