1. "To look closely"
* Meaning: This phrase means to examine something carefully and in detail. It suggests paying attention to small details and trying to understand something fully.
* Examples:
* "The detective looked closely at the fingerprints on the glass."
* "I looked closely at the painting, trying to decipher the artist's message."
2. "Someone of noble birth"
* Meaning: This phrase refers to a person who comes from a family of high social rank and status, often with a lineage that can be traced back to royalty or nobility.
* Examples:
* "The prince was a person of noble birth, with a long history of royal ancestors."
* "The castle was built by a family of noble birth who ruled the land for centuries."
Putting them together:
It's unlikely that these two phrases are meant to be used together directly. They have very different meanings. If you're trying to find a phrase that combines both, you could say:
* "Scrutinize the lineage of a person of noble birth." This would mean to carefully examine the family history of someone who comes from a noble family.
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