definition of
[come near]

[1] #1 come near v. almost do or experience something; "She came near to screaming with fear". wn

[2] #2 come near v. move towards; "We were approaching our destination"; "They are drawing near"; "The enemy army came nearer and nearer". wn

[3] #3 come near v. come near in time; "Winter is approaching"; "approaching old age". wn