
Neighbouring
Physical Proximity
Refers to literal closeness, like buildings or areas that touch or are very close to each other.

The shopping mall was built in the neighbouring area.
Not Interchangeable
'Neighbouring' describes nearness, not a relationship or alliance between the entities.

The festival attracted people from neighbouring towns.
Neutral Tone
The term is neutral; it doesn't imply whether the closeness is good or bad.

They set up a camp in the neighbouring field.
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