close quarters

ریشه

The word 'close' comes from the Old French word 'clos' meaning 'enclosed' or 'confined'. 'Quarters' refers to a place where someone lives or stays temporarily.

مثال

• The soldiers were forced to fight in close quarters.
• Living in close quarters with strangers can be challenging.
• The submarine crew had to endure close quarters for weeks.

ترکیب‌های رایج

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