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そば
そば means "beside," "next to," or "near." It is similar to 隣 but more general, not requiring the objects to be the same category. It can also imply a personal sense of closeness.
Examples in context
窓のそばに机があります。
There's a desk by the window.
いつも私のそばにいてね。
Always stay by my side.
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