Close to
Close to adverb - (of quantities) imprecise but fairly close to correct.
Ready to
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Fast-forward several episodes and many more kids later, and she's just about ready to crack.Lilly: (close to tears) Look, you don't have enough for the big tiger, okay?
Source: Series / Hannah Montana - Also, you may not want to get too close to her, as he is overprotective and is ready to tell you that you don't come anywhere near his sister .
Source: Tropers / Iheartgod 175 -
The Invincible Minor Minions are at your front door, close to busting it down and ready to charge straight for the NPC's you're required to Escort.
Source: Instant-Win Condition
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