What is the meaning of come near?

verb

  • Almost do or experience something.
    • usage: "She came near to screaming with fear"
  • Move towards.
    • usage: "We were approaching our destination"; "They are drawing near"; "The enemy army came nearer and nearer"
  • Come near in time.
    • usage: "Winter is approaching"; "approaching old age"
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