迫る
N2せまる
逼る
[semaru]
Definitions
1.Godan verb with 'ru' ending; intransitive verb
to approach; to draw near; to be imminent
2.Godan verb with 'ru' ending; transitive verb
to press (someone for something); to urge; to compel
Example Sentences
締め切りが迫っているので急いでいる。
I'm in a hurry because the deadline is approaching.
敵が城に迫っているとの知らせが来た。
News came that the enemy was approaching the castle.
記者は真実に迫る取材を粘り強く続けた。
The reporter continued interviewing to get to the truth.