Synonyms for proximity
prɒkˈsɪm ɪ tiprox·im·i·ty

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1. proximitynoun

   Synonyms:
   nearness, closeness

2. proximitynoun

   closeness; the state of being near as in space, time, or relationship.

   The proximity of the heat source allowed it to be detected by the sensor.

   Synonyms:
   closeness, nearness

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1. proximity

   Synonyms:
   neighborhood, vicinity

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1. proximity, propinquitynoun

   the property of being close together

   Synonyms:
   propinquity, law of proximity

2. proximitynoun

   the region close around a person or thing

   Synonyms:
   propinquity, law of proximity

3. proximity, law of proximitynoun

   a Gestalt principle of organization holding that (other things being equal) objects or events that are near to one another (in space or time) are perceived as belonging together as a unit

   Synonyms:
   propinquity, law of proximity

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1. • Gestalt Law Of Organization
   • Vicinity

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1. proximitynoun

   Synonyms:
   nearness, contiguity, adjacency, vicinity, vicinage, neighborhood

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1. List of paraphrases for "proximity":

   vicinity, closeness, indirect, close, neighbourhood, adjacent, near, neighbourliness, rapprochement

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1. Katie Ray-Jones:

   At this time, we are not experiencing significant increases in contact volume due to COVID-19, but we wouldnt expect to just yet, with survivors in such close proximity to their abusers, it can be less safe to reach out for support.

2. Queen Naa:

   A significant part of funerals is bringing families together to embrace through handshakes, hugs and to mourn in close proximity of one another, the immediate implication of what is now taking place is that families will be unable to connect. This is something that has never happened in generations and it is definitely going to have a social impact.

3. Dave Keiter:

   Given the proximity to Portland, we were very surprised when this report came in and elated when we were able to verify the sighting, we really appreciate the people who reported this rare occurrence and Cascadia Wild who helped us confirm the report and begin monitoring efforts.

4. Gary Bettman:

   If there's one positive test — again, this will be under the strict guidance of the medical people — that person will be isolated, and we'll be monitoring anybody, through contact tracing, that was in close proximity. Obviously, for any sport, if you have a major outbreak, it's going to change everything, but we're being told that an isolated case or a couple of isolated cases shouldn't interfere with the plans, and we should be able to move forward.

5. Lara Jacinto:

   For most people who live along the northern border of Portugal, crossing the boundary line is now commonplace, there is a strong cultural proximity, a single universe divided by a border.