Neighbouring
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Physical Proximity
Refers to literal closeness, like buildings or areas that touch or are very close to each other. The shopping mall was built in the neighbouring area.
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Not Interchangeable
'Neighbouring' describes nearness, not a relationship or alliance between the entities. The festival attracted people from neighbouring towns.
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Neutral Tone
The term is neutral; it doesn't imply whether the closeness is good or bad. They set up a camp in the neighbouring field.