Close Quarters Definition

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noun
An enclosed space on a ship, in which a last stand could be made against boarders.
Webster's New World
Space that is narrow or crowded.
Webster's New World
Hand-to-hand encounter with an enemy.
Webster's New World
Plural form of close quarter.
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Very near proximity.

They were fighting at close quarters.
Four-to-a-room is living in close quarters.
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Origin of Close Quarters

  • See close quarter.

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Close Quarters Sentence Examples

  • Ideal for those wanting to observe wildlife at close quarters.

  • Meanwhile the minor armies had come to close quarters all along the line.

  • Commodore Chauncey showed a preference for relying on his long guns, and a disinclination to come to close quarters.

  • You have a unique opportunity to see at close quarters a rare colony of black guillemots nesting in the harbor wall.

  • Most of the missions and battles are in close quarters or small, urban environments.

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