NEARING - 45 Synonyms and Antonyms - Cambridge English

Synonyms of "Nearing"

The term nearing encompasses various synonyms that describe something coming close in time or space. These include:

These words convey the sense of something about to happen or being close by, whether referring to events or locations.

"Synonyms: upcoming, approaching, coming, forthcoming, pending, prospective, imminent, drawing nigh, nearby, impending, momentary, looming, in the offing."


The listed synonyms vary slightly in connotation and usage, from formal ("forthcoming") to expressive ("looming"), but collectively illustrate the concept of something imminent or close at hand.

Author's summary:
This collection highlights diverse expressions for "nearing," emphasizing varying nuances of imminence and proximity in time or space.

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