The process slows down as it nears completion. As this melt nears the surface spreading begins. Meanwhile, France nears the brink of revolution. As it nears the planet, the object slows down just before impact. As Bozz's squad nears, he opens fire. The action becomes more and more intense as the epic nears its end. The river initially runs smoothly but becomes more turbulent as it nears Athirapilly. The route follows the coast along the Bay of Biscay until it nears Santiago. Perry nears freedom, as he climbs towards a London Underground exit. The mounting pressure, as the course nears its end, gets to everyone. The burn is timed so that the spacecraft nears apogee as the Moon approaches. The area becomes populous again as it nears the city of Vincennes at mile 441. As Thanksgiving nears closer, JJ is captured by the Viet Cong. As the plane nears Chicago, the weather becomes harsh, making landing difficult. Finally, the interview nears a conclusion.