near
v. A1 Beginner Oxford US //ˈnɪɹ// UK //nˈiə// near
v. to get closer to a place, a time, or a specific number.
v. to approach or draw closer to a point in space, time, or quantity. Transitive when followed by a direct object; also functions intransitively.
The plane is nearing the airport now.
As the runners near the finish line, the crowd begins to cheer much louder.
The project is finally nearing completion after months of delays, though several minor technical hurdles remain to be cleared before the official launch.
Usage
The verb is often used in the progressive form to indicate a process of approach.
Pitfall
The car is nearing to the cityThe car is nearing the cityWhen used as a verb, 'near' is transitive and does not require the preposition 'to'.