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Meaning of closing in on
The primary meaning of "closing in on" is to move closer to something or someone, often in a threatening or intimidating manner.
Etymology of closing in on
The phrase "closing in on" is a combination of the verb "close" and the preposition "in on", with "close" originating from Old English "clÅsan" meaning "to shut" or "to enclose", and "in on" indicating movement towards something
The phrase has been used in English since the 16th century, initially in a physical sense, and later in a more figurative sense to describe emotional or psychological states
Synonyms
approaching
nearing
coming closer
converging
advancing
moving in
encroaching
invading
infiltrating
penetrating
surrounding
besieging
hemming in
boxing in
cornering
edging in
drawing near
looming
threatening
impending
forthcoming
upcoming
pending
looming large
hanging over
drawing closer
getting nearer
creeping up
Definitions
- To move closer to something or someone, often in a threatening or intimidating manner
- * To surround or encircle something or someone, making it difficult to escape
- * To get nearer to a goal, target, or deadline
Usage Examples
- The police are closing in on the suspect, and it's only a matter of time before they make an arrest
- * The deadline is closing in on us, and we need to finish the project as soon as possible
- * The storm is closing in on the city, and residents are advised to stay indoors
Antonyms
receding
moving away
withdrawing
retreating
departing
leaving
abandoning
fleeing
escaping
evading
avoiding
shying away
backing off
pulling back
moving back
falling back
losing ground