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adverb |
| definition 1: |
carefully and with attention.
I have some important news, so listen closely.The medical students watched closely as the surgeon operated. |
| definition 2: |
at a short distance from or behind.
The detective followed the suspect closely without being seen. |
| definition 3: |
strongly or inextricably.
These two ideas are closely linked.The sisters closely resemble each other.Diet and health are closely related. |
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