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to approach
Godan VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. to approach
  2. 2. to draw near
  3. 3. to get acquainted with
A verb meaning to approach, come closer, or draw near to something or someone. It can be used both physically, as in moving toward a place, and figuratively, as in getting closer to a goal or deadline. It is the intransitive counterpart to 近付ける, which means to bring something closer.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

"Come just a little closer and show me," Mom asked.

Sentence 2

An announcement came on: "Please do not go beyond this line."

Sentence 3

"Can I come a little closer to look?" she asked.

Sentence 4

The moment I got close to the front door, I smelled curry!

Sentence 5

"You'd be better off not going near that scene," the security guard said.