nearing
adverbHow many syllables in nearing?
There are 2 syllables in the word nearing.How to pronounce nearing:
Definition of nearing:
- nearing (adverb):
- at, within, or to a short distance or time
Synonyms for nearing:
advancing
approaching
at hand
coming
forthcoming
imminent
impending
on hand
oncoming
to come
upcoming
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