Gets closer to Crossword Clue

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Gets closer to Crossword Answer

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Hint 1: Clue Definition

CLOSER (noun)
1. (baseball) a relief pitcher who can protect a lead in the last inning or two of the game
2. a person who closes something
CLOSER (adverb)
1. (comparative of `near’ or `close’) within a shorter distance

Hint 2: Anagram

Unscramble the letters below to solve for today's answer.
EARNS

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