1.   A garrulous old man was sitting near me in the bar.

2.   After he had made a pot of tea they sat near the range and surveyed each other.

3.   I find it highly objectionable to have to sit near people who are smoking.

4.   They sat near the fire, warm as toast.

5.   While I do the shopping, Miles sits near the checkout counter reading.

6.   A drunken fan sitting near me suddenly stood up and started yelling at the pitcher.

7.   The waiter inquired whether we would like to sit near the window.

8.   She sat near the window and asked questions about everything she saw.

9.   Her father sat near the door, staring into a cup of ale which he did not drink.

10.   She held it within her, afraid to breathe, relishing these moments as she sat near him, almost touching.