Words For Proximity

adverb a word that modifies a verb, adjective, or another adverb, indicating how, when, where, why, or to what extent

preposition a word that shows the relationship of a noun or pronoun to another word in the sentence

• The bookshelf is placed beside the window in the study room.
• I like to sit beside my best friend during class.
• Let's chill beside the pool this weekend.
• His success stood beside his failures, showing a balanced life.

noun a word (other than a pronoun) used to identify any of a class of people, places, or things

adverb modifies a verb, adjective, or another adverb and typically answers the questions when, where, how, or to what degree

preposition a word governing, and usually preceding, a noun or pronoun and expressing a relation to another word or element in the clause

• The new shopping mall is just around the corner from our office building.
• The party is just around the corner, are you excited?
• The concert is just around the corner, it's gonna be lit!
• Success is just around the corner if you keep working hard.

noun a coast or shore

verb to approach or come near to (someone or something)

• The ship began to accoast the dock as the crew prepared to disembark.
• We can accoast at the beach for a quick swim before heading home.
• Let's accoast at the drive-thru for some late-night snacks.
• His words seemed to accoast her like gentle waves, soothing her troubled mind.