How to pronounce “too close for comfort”

Meaning

• [Adjective]
• Near enough to cause discomfort.
• Near enough to be dangerous.
• So similar or applicable to one's situation that it causes distress.
• Frightening because of almost resulting in injury or disaster.

Practice Nearby Words

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