nothing less than
idiom
1
—used to give emphasis to a description
The idea is nothing less than revolutionary.
2
—used to say that something is the least that a situation, person, etc., requires or will accept
He demands nothing less than the best service.
I want nothing less than a full refund!
This job requires nothing less than our best effort.
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But consider it from the perspective of the begrudging founder of a progressive rock institution who would settle for nothing less than total reinvention with each record.
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Sam Sodomsky, Pitchfork, 11 Jan. 2026
This unprecedented theatrical event was nothing less than an absolute triumph.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 2 Jan. 2026
Naturally, nothing less than the fate of the world depends upon this scrappy crew’s success.
—Judy Berman, Time, 26 Dec. 2025
Kate Middleton's latest fashion success relies on nothing less than a pair of suede boots and a tartan coat.
—María Munsuri, Glamour, 25 Dec. 2025
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Sam Sodomsky, Pitchfork, 11 Jan. 2026
This unprecedented theatrical event was nothing less than an absolute triumph.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 2 Jan. 2026
Naturally, nothing less than the fate of the world depends upon this scrappy crew’s success.
—Judy Berman, Time, 26 Dec. 2025
Kate Middleton's latest fashion success relies on nothing less than a pair of suede boots and a tartan coat.
—María Munsuri, Glamour, 25 Dec. 2025
See All Example Sentences for nothing less than
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“Nothing less than.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nothing%20less%20than. Accessed 22 Jan. 2026.
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