Understanding near and by for proximity
Q1. The shop is ___ my house
NEAR indicates proximity. The shop is close. Convenience is achieved.
Q2. She sat ___ the window
BY suggests closer proximity than NEAR. The window is adjacent. Light is maximised.
Q3. We live ___ the station
NEAR indicates the station is in the vicinity. Commuting is facilitated.
Q4. He stood ___ me in the queue
BY indicates immediate proximity. Personal space boundaries tested. Queuing etiquette observed.
Q5. Which sentence is correct?
Both are acceptable. BY suggests closer proximity. NEAR is more general. Location is convenient.