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Rule "close scrutiny/proximity (scrutiny/proximity)"

This is one of many errors that LanguageTool can detect.

Description: close scrutiny/proximity (scrutiny/proximity)
Message: This is verbose. Consider writing: <suggestion>close to</suggestion>.
Category: Redundant Phrases (ID: REDUNDANCY)
Link: https://languagetool.org/insights/post/wordy-phrases-style/#correcting-wordy-phrases
Incorrect sentences
that this rule can detect:
  • The majority of Jannali's enterprises are located within close proximity to the suburb's railway station.
    Correction suggestion: close to
ID: CLOSE_SCRUTINY [1]
Version: 6.7-SNAPSHOT (2025-05-23 22:33:10 +0200)