come close

• S'approcher physiquement de quelqu'un ou de quelque chose, ou presque atteindre un certain état, une condition ou un objectif.

To approach someone or something in distance, or to nearly achieve or reach a particular state, condition, or goal.

1. Approach physicallyA2informal

   To move near to someone or something.

   s'approcher physiquement

   • Come close so I can see your face.
   • The cat came close to the fire to warm itself.
   • Don't come close to the edge of the cliff.

2. Almost achieve or reachB1informal

   To nearly achieve a goal, standard, or result.

   s'approcher de

   • She came close to winning the race.
   • The project came close to being completed on time.
   • He came close to breaking the world record.

3. Almost experience somethingB1informal

   To nearly experience a particular state or event.

   faillir

   • They came close to missing the flight.
   • I came close to crying during the movie.
   • The team came close to losing the match.