so near thereto
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From 313 U.S. 33 - Nye v. United States · 1941Most cited · 840 citing opinions
The phrase 'so near thereto as to obstruct the administration of justice' connotes that the misbehavior must be in the vicinity of the court. 'Near' in this context, juxtaposed to 'presence', suggests physical proximity not relevancy.