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Oh, what a fascinating question, friend! That closest point is called the perigee, and it's when the moon is nearest to our Earth in its orbit. Just imagine how the moon gets to cozy right up to our planet—so lovely to think about. Just like how we all enjoy a warm hug close to our heart.

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