advance vs close in

close in vs advance

advance is a noun but close in is not a noun.

advance is an adjective but close in is not an adjective.

advance and close in both are verbs.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
advance	Yes	Yes	Yes	No
close in	No	No	Yes	No

As verbs, close in is a hyponym of advance; that is, close in is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than advance:

advance: move forward, also in the metaphorical sense
close in: advance or converge on

Other hyponyms of advance include forge, penetrate, creep up, sneak up, encroach, impinge, infringe, plough on, press on, push on, string, string along, overhaul, overtake, pass, draw in, edge, inch, rachet up, ratchet, ratchet down, elapse, glide by, go along, go by, lapse, pass, slide by, slip away, slip by.

advance (noun)	close in (noun)
the act of moving forward (as toward a goal)
increase in price or value
a tentative suggestion designed to elicit the reactions of others
a movement forward
a change for the better; progress in development
an amount paid before it is earned

advance (adjective)	close in (adjective)
being ahead of time or need
situated ahead or going before

advance (verb)	close in (verb)
develop in a positive way	surround completely
rise in rate or price	advance or converge on
increase or raise
develop further
bring forward for consideration or acceptance
obtain advantages, such as points, etc.
move forward, also in the metaphorical sense
cause to move forward
move forward
pay in advance
give a promotion to or assign to a higher position
contribute to the progress or growth of

Difference between advance and close in

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