逼近

逼近 means 'to approach' or 'to draw near,' often used to describe something getting closer in time, space, or intensity. It implies a gradual but inevitable movement toward a point, event, or situation.

The character 逼 (bī) originally meant 'to force' or 'to press,' and later came to mean 'to approach' in a more figurative sense. 近 (jìn) means 'near' or 'close.' Together, they convey the idea of something drawing near, whether physically or metaphorically.

逼近 is commonly used in both literal and figurative contexts—such as describing a deadline approaching, a storm drawing near, or a threat becoming imminent. It is often used in news, literature, and daily conversations to highlight urgency or closeness.