dangerous proximity vs dangerously close to

Both phrases are correct and convey a similar meaning. 'Dangerous proximity' emphasizes the closeness in a more formal or descriptive way, while 'dangerously close to' is a more common and straightforward expression. The choice between them depends on the context and the level of formality desired.

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dangerous proximity

This phrase is correct and can be used to describe a situation where something is very close in a dangerous way.

This phrase is often used in formal or descriptive contexts to highlight the closeness of something in a dangerous manner.

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There is one... a Dr. Ellis Watts... whose research is approaching dangerous proximity to the truth.
The flattering courtiers surrounding Paul I whispered to the emperor about dangerous proximity to border of the famous Kobrin inhabitant: it appear, say, it behind it, will bring many troubles of the empire.
Is the Commission already aware of the landfill site project at Serre and its dangerous proximity to two important nature reserves?
This time, seeing their dangerous proximity to Los Infantes, captain Bernal chose to attack the position before more Mapuches arrived.
Due to the dangerous proximity to the Ottoman armies, the area became rather deserted, so Austria encouraged the settlement of Serbs, Germans, Hungarians, Czechs, Slovaks and Rusyns/Ukrainians and other Slavs in the Military Frontier, creating an ethnic patchwork.
The officers of Harmonie objected to their orders, considering that the journey was too dangerous given the proximity of Parker's squadron.
Dangerous due to their proximity to the reef.Not recommended for beginners. See more Lobitos Three points: Piscinas, Lobitos and El Hueco.
The combination is very dangerous to humans, particularly in such close proximity.
Proximity avoids acceleration and speedups energy and ethically not convenient (and for this reason, inconvenient and dangerous).
Subject: Transport of dangerous goods in and in close proximity to ports.
This suspicion is not just the product of an understandable fear of proximity to war with a dangerous and unpredictable local bully.
Warning and danger signage Warning signs: placed along the route in proximity to particular points, prohibited areas, dangerous places or sections.
Has your government considered that having your ships and ours in such proximity is inherently dangerous?
is it aware of the problem of the proximity of industrial units to municipalities in Thessaloniki conurbation and the dangerous consequences they may have for public health? (b)
Subject: Dangerous pollution of areas cultivated with agri-foodstuffs, caused by excessive proximity to highly polluting facilities (incinerators, cement works, etc.)
Because of its closer proximity to Ireland than to most parts of the British mainland, the Irish Government has again raised serious objections to the continued operation of this dangerous plant.

Alternatives:

perilous closeness
risky proximity
hazardous nearness
unsafe vicinity
menacing closeness

dangerously close to

This phrase is also correct and commonly used to indicate a dangerous level of closeness.

This phrase is more commonly used in everyday language to convey the idea of being very close to something in a dangerous way.

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There are indications that Germany will exceed 3% deficit in terms of GDP.In France, the deficits in question are dangerously close to 3% and no significant change is expected next year.
Yes, but, you know, is Max dangerously close to eating tainted squid?
Plus, I am dangerously close to missing my dinner reservation.
That's dangerously close to wife-speak to me.
The animals were agitated and came dangerously close to us while we were photographing them.
This is a very competently designed and executed unit, which clearly stands above its immediate competiton, and in my view, comes dangerously close to products above its price class.
We are cloaked, but positioned dangerously close to where the city's criminal element is gathering to witness the execution of Connor Hawke.
You are dangerously close to getting on a path you can't get off of.
In such a scenario what was a balance leaning between hope and pessimism turns in a sword of Damocles dangerously close to deadly hit Sony's Blu-ray, that maybe will get through this Christmas but could not be able to see the dawn of the next one.
Borrowing costs for the "peripheral" European nations are uncomfortably high. Ireland, Portugal and Greece were in the process of applying for bailouts, while the Spanish banking system was dangerously close to falling over.
This led to a popular uprising by the citizens of Constantinople in 1044, which came dangerously close to actually harming Constantine who was participating in a religious procession along the streets of Constantinople.
In 2010, it was estimated that Kuwait consumed 1.5 million cubic meters of water per day, dangerously close to the country's maximum production rate of 1.51 million cubic meters per day.
Their coordinates put them dangerously close to Florrum.
Y... You're dangerously close to heart failure, Paul.
You are dangerously close to being kicked out of the wedding party.
Some are dangerously close to our planet.
You are dangerously close to a rectal exam.
That sounds dangerously close to something Leon should be here for.
Your Obama is dangerously close to Uncle Remus.
My doctor says I'm dangerously close to being a girl.

Alternatives:

perilously close to
closely approaching danger
on the brink of danger
at a risky distance from
near a hazardous situation

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