22 Synonyms & Antonyms For VICINITY

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Definitions vicinity [vi-sin-i-tee] / vɪˈsɪn ɪ ti / NOUN local area Synonyms STRONGEST environs neighborhood proximity STRONG ballpark district environment hood locality nearness precinct propinquity purlieus range region surroundings territory turf WEAK around neck of the woods pretty near vicinage Antonyms WEAK faraway

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“If you live in that vicinity it would be wise to bring any pets inside,” the police department wrote.

From Los Angeles Times

But when asked if that investment could surpass $100 billion, he suggested it wouldn’t be in that vicinity.

From MarketWatch

There were other children, a crossing guard and several double-parked vehicles in the vicinity when the accident occurred last Friday, according to NHTSA.

From Los Angeles Times

Immigration officials can similarly set up checkpoints or conduct traffic stops if they suspect someone in the country illegally is in the vicinity.

From The Wall Street Journal

However, the defence ministry denied that there had been clashes in the vicinity of the prison.

From BBC

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Words related to vicinity are not direct synonyms, but are associated with the word vicinity. Browse related words to learn more about word associations.

areas area districts district environs extent locale/locality locality locality locale localities localities localities locales locales matter nearness neck of the woods neighborhood outskirts place places propinquity purlieu purview range ranges region regions section sections surroundings

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