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Very close to, as in The old dog was next door to death . This metaphoric expression, alluding to an adjacent house, was first recorded in 1529.

D'you really mean that you won't sleep next door to-night, Pegler?

April 24, 2024gallimaufry

[gal-uh-maw-free ]

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