Idiom idiom
close to sb/sth
Meaning
Means you are near a person or thing in distance. It can also mean you have a strong, loving relationship with someone.
Examples
“My house is close to the train station.”
“She is very close to her sister and tells her everything.”
“After years of working together on difficult projects, the two researchers became close to one another, sharing both their professional successes and personal struggles.”
Last updated April 22, 2026