Sentence examples for going close to from inspiring English sources

In the last competition before the Olympics, this week's team pursuit offered a glimpse at how closely contested the event will be in Rio with the United States going close to breaking the world record in the semi-finals and dipping below 4 17 to win gold in the final.

As extra time began, the game livened up for a bit, with both sides going close to scoring.

A second demonstration flight, going close to the space station but not docking, is set for next spring.

After going close to an immediate Championship return last season, much was expected of Neil Harris's Millwall this time.

"I could take you at around seven," he said, going close to where the Spaniards stood, keeping his voice low so that his father would not hear.

Olsen: After about eight minutes the G forces go away and you know you're going close to 17,000 miles an hour.

We haven't gone close to earning any.

(Despite the name, it never went close to Boston).

"They don't even go close to the edges.

76 min: Liverpool go close to grabbing an equaliser.

27 min: The Amercians go close to restoring parity again.