The idea was to bring the government closer to the people.

In recent weeks, several developments have brought the president closer to a decision, officials said.

This crisis brought the world closer to nuclear war than at any point before or since.

Pressed to say where, he brought the issue closer to home.

But perhaps nothing has brought the market closer to small investors than the Internet.

The trip was successful in one sense: it brought the team closer.

At least that work ultimately helped bring the two of them closer, he says.

Good work would bring that day closer, they were promised.

"It might bring the team closer and give Kevin some added fire."

We must continue to stand with the people and bring this treaty closer to them.