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English Tip of the Day: 216 near (to)

By Kenneth Beare, About.com

Tip of the Day:

near (to)

Usage Tip

Use the preposition 'near' with or without 'to' for the same meaning.

Example Sentences

He lives near (to) the bank.
My friends play soccer near (to) my office building.

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