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Nearest and dearest Meaning in English

expression

ˈnɪɹəst/ /ˈænd/, /ənd/ /ˈdɪɹəst
NEER-uhst and DEER-uhst
nˈiəɹəst/ /ˈænd/ /dˈiəɹəst
NEER-uhst and DEER-uhst

التعريف

The people you are closest to, such as your family members and very close friends.

الاستخدام والفروق الدقيقة

Semi-formal, slightly poetic or sentimental; used to refer to people who matter most in one's life. Commonly in speeches, toasts, or writing. Often interchangeable with 'loved ones'. Not used for acquaintances.

جمل نموذجية

I want to thank my nearest and dearest for their support.

basic

She spent the evening with her nearest and dearest.

basic

Your nearest and dearest are always there for you.

basic

At the end of the day, it's your nearest and dearest who matter most.

natural

Many people spend holidays with their nearest and dearest.

natural

In difficult times, you really learn who your nearest and dearest are.

natural