Meaning of the word "around the corner" in English

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around the corner

US /əˈraʊnd ðə ˈkɔrnər/
UK /əˈraʊnd ðə ˈkɔrnər/
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Idiom

1.

very near; imminent

Example:
My birthday is just around the corner.
The holidays are just around the corner, so start planning your trip.
2.

in the immediate vicinity

Example:
There's a great coffee shop just around the corner.
I think the post office is around the corner from here.
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