English Explanatory Dictionary

too close for comfort

English dictionary entry

Meanings

adj
  1. Near enough to cause discomfort.
  2. Near enough to be dangerous.
  3. So similar or applicable to one's situation that it causes distress.
  4. Frightening because of almost resulting in injury or disaster.

Pronunciation

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Word forms

too close for comfort
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