Propinquity vs. Proximity — What's the Difference?

Difference Between Propinquity and Proximity
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Propinquity
In social psychology, propinquity (; from Latin propinquitas, "nearness") is one of the main factors leading to interpersonal attraction. It refers to the physical or psychological proximity between people.
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Proximity
The state, quality, sense, or fact of being near or next; closeness
"Swift's major writings have a proximity and a relevance that is splendidly invigorating" (M.D. Aeschliman). See Usage Note at redundancy.
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Propinquity
Proximity; nearness.
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Proximity
Closeness; the state of being near as in space, time, or relationship.
The proximity of the heat source allowed it to be detected by the sensor.
You and I live in close proximity.
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Propinquity
Kinship.
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Proximity
The quality or state of being next in time, place, causation, influence, etc.; immediate nearness, either in place, blood, or alliance.
If he plead proximity of bloodThat empty title is with ease withstood.
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Propinquity
Similarity in nature.
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Proximity
The property of being close together
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Propinquity
Nearness or proximity
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Proximity
The region close around a person or thing
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Propinquity
Affiliation or similarity.
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Proximity
A Gestalt principle of organization holding that (other things being equal) objects or events that are near to one another (in space or time) are perceived as belonging together as a unit
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Propinquity
Nearness in place; neighborhood; proximity.
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Propinquity
Nearness in time.
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Propinquity
Nearness of blood; kindred; affinity.
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Propinquity
The property of being close together
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