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    closely
    /ˈkləʊsli/

    adverb

    • 1. with little or no space or time in between: "closely spaced homes"
    • 2. in a way that involves a strong resemblance or connection: "the students had to answer questions closely related to what they just learned"

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  2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishCLOSELY | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

    Learn the meaning of closely as an adverb in English, with different senses and usage examples. Find out how to pronounce closely and how to translate it in other languages.

  3. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryCLOSELY | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

    CLOSELY meaning: 1. in a way that is directly connected or has a strong relationship: 2. carefully and paying…. Learn more.

  4. www.thefreedictionary.com › closelyClosely - definition of closely by The Free Dictionary

    1. Being near in space or time. See Usage Note at redundancy. 2. Being near in relationship: close relatives. 3. Bound by mutual interests, loyalties, or affections; intimate: close friends. 4. Having little or no space between elements or parts; tight and compact: a close weave. 5. Being near the surface; short: a close haircut. 6.

  5. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishclosely adverb - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

    Learn the meaning and usage of the adverb closely in English with pictures, pronunciation and grammar notes. Find out how to use closely to express nearness, connection, involvement, similarity, closeness and more.

  6. www.merriam-webster.com › thesaurus › closelyCLOSELY Synonyms: 4 Similar and Opposite Words - Merriam-Webster

    Closely means to a close degree or resembling a normal outfit. Find synonyms, antonyms, and related words for closely in this online thesaurus.

  7. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › closelyClosely - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

    Definitions of closely. adverb. in a close relation or position in time or space. “the onsets were closely timed”. “houses set closely together”. “was closely involved in monitoring daily progress”. adverb. in a close manner. synonyms: intimately, nearly.

  8. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › learner-englishCLOSELY | meaning - Cambridge Learner's Dictionary

    Learn the meaning of closely as an adverb in English, with synonyms, antonyms, and usage examples. Find out how to use closely to describe careful attention, similarity, closeness, or collaboration.