Howard Jacobson

Not everyone is fortunate enough to earn their living playing. But what draws people to art and artists is a desire to enjoy the propinquity of play. For it is the very freedom of the imagination. And what else were we born to do, but imagine freely?

British Novelist

Potter Stewart

A person's mere propinquity to others independently suspected of criminal activity does not give rise to probable cause to search that person.

American Judge

Germaine Greer

Loneliness is never more cruel than when it is felt in close propinquity with someone who has ceased to communicate.

Australian Activist

Used to describe the physical closeness of things or places, highlighting geographical distance.

Spatial Connection

While it implies nearness, propinquity often suggests a relational closeness that might lead to interaction.

Not Just Distance

Sometimes used metaphorically to express a close connection beyond physical space, like in a project.

Extended Metaphor

Describes the closeness felt between people because of shared experiences or interests.

Emotional Connection

Can refer to a closeness or similarity due to having similar upbringings, cultures, or educations.

Similar Backgrounds

Indicates a kind of unspoken understanding or harmony between individuals or groups.

Propinquity