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Discover LudwigThe phrase 'closely by' is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to indicate that two people or things are near each other, and usually appears with a preposition before it. For example: The children stood closely by, eager to hear the story.
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Followed closely by lack of ambition.
It was followed closely by solid "training for future work".
The case was followed closely by human rights organisations.
The Saudi negotiations are being followed closely by investors.
The test is being watched closely by regulators.
It was followed closely by at least six strong aftershocks.
Biggest Export (By Volume) Celine Dion, followed closely by oil.
Mr. Jacobs's next move is expected to be watched closely by Wall Street.
He figures to be scrutinized more closely by the officials, and by the Knicks.
Jai leads, naturally, followed closely by Kyle, Djaran, Rivva and Coz.
#NationalPoetryDay October 3, 2013 Followed closely by the London Fire Brigade.
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