this close

adj

this close

adj
1

Extremely close, either physically or metaphorically; especially used when discussing frustration, barely maintaining one's composure or patience, etc.

  • I am this close to turning the car around and cancelling this entire vacation. Don't try me!
  • We were like sisters; we were this close.
Derived terms
thisclose

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