Nearby

usgb/ˌnɪrˈbaɪ/
adverb, adjective

Not far away, in close proximity.

There is a grocery store nearby.
Visual representation of "nearby" - Not far away, in close proximity

Often appears as...

  • nearby area
  • nearby town
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Proximity Clues

Understand 'nearby' as closer than walking distance, often within sight or a few minutes' walk.

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I parked in a nearby lot, just down the street.
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Implied Presence

'Nearby' suggests something exists or will happen close to you or a referenced location.

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We'll have lunch at a nearby cafe.
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Location Ambiguity

The exact distance 'nearby' refers to can vary, but it's always a relative, short distance.

Illustration for Location Ambiguity
Let's find a nearby bathroom.
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